Tribute to Nathan Bewes

National MURWILLUMBAH fell silent at noon yesterday as thousands of people paid respect to fallen soldier Private Nathan Bewes and his family.

National A HEAVY silence descended on Murwillumbah at midday as the town paid tribute to a son and brother who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

National MURWILLUMBAH business owners will shut their doors in honour of Nathan Bewes, whose life will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church today.

National PRIVATE Nathan Bewes' final journey home to Murwillumbah began with a moving service at Tarin Kowt overnight Monday.

National PRIVATE Nathan Bewes would send the same text message to his family and friends each time he was deployed to a war zone.

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