The ANZAC legend evolved essentially as a result of the 1915 Gallipoli Campaign during World War One.

While still training in the Egyptian desert late in 1914, the 1st Australian Division and the New Zealand (NZ and A Division) were formed into the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC).

The ANZACS, together with British formations, landed north of Gaba Tepe (the landing area later known as Anzac Cove) and at Cape Helles on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.

Mothers, wives and sweethearts of soldiers fighting in the Gallipoli Campaign lovingly baked the Soldiers’ Biscuits, which became known as the ANZAC's Biscuit.

A delicious combination of butter, oats, flour, golden syrup and coconut, their recipe made these biscuits ideal for surviving the long journey from Australia and New Zealand to the battlefields and trenches in Europe. The ANZAC biscuit was a fond reminder of those at home awaiting their safe return.

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