A timely break in steady morning rain arrived just as locals paused to observe a minute's silence for Remembrance Day at the Wangaratta Cenotaph yesterday.

Colourful umbrellas, as well as commemorative poppies, were dotted among the gathering on the grey and unseasonally cold 11 November morning, which marked the 107th anniversary of the signing of the armistice ending World War 1.

A catafalque party from the Army School of Transport took up position around the cenotaph, and Wangaratta RSL Sub-Branch secretary Andy McDonell welcomed those in attendance, before Holy Trinity Cathedral Dean, The Very Reverend Neil Hicks, led the prayer of remembrance.

The recipients of the 2025 Bob Iskov Kokoda Scholarships, year 11 students Makiah McCallum and Charli Wright from Cathedral College and Oskar English from Galen Catholic College, then spoke eloquently about their experiences of walking the Kokoda Track earlier this year.

Makiah said the trek had made a huge impact on all three young people, deepening their appreciation for Australian history and the sacrifices made by previous generations.

"It was truly a privilege to be standing where many of our nation's heroes have stood," she said.

Charli said it had been a great opportunity to be immersed in the track and its stories.

As the service continued, Rural City of Wangaratta Mayor Irene Grant delivered the municipality's motion of loyalty, and Galen student Maya Humphreys recited Lt Col John McCrae's 'In Flanders Fields', before Wangaratta RSL Sub-Branch treasurer Ron Sneddon read the Ode of Remembrance.

And as the rain started to abate, bugler Ben Thomas played The Last Post, followed by the traditional minute's silence, prompting a solemn remembrance from young and old of those who have died protecting Australia and punctuated by a poignant flyover.

Amid a busy Tuesday morning, the city paused, paid tribute and gave thanks.