All Anzac Day commemoration services across the Hastings have been cancelled as a coronavirus prevention measure

''The decision was not unexpected given recent limitations on events over 500 people and the potential for exposure to veterans' said Port Macquarie RSL Sub-branch president Greg Laird.

"It is really sad. I'm nearly 72 and I've been to Anzac Day services for 60 or 70 years so seeing it cancelled - I really feel for the older fellas," said Greg Laird.

"Cancelling Anzac Day has never happened before and it's a pity we have to set the precedent.

"Most Anzac Day services do attract large crowds and we would be well over the 500 people limit.

"Let's face it, the veterans are right up there as the ones who are vulnerable (to coronavirus)."

Wauchope RSL Sub-branch president Mick Brownlow said the Sub-branch is meeting later this week to discuss the possibility of broadcasting the service.

"We will discuss with our members, their family and friends because we would still like to commemorate at the RSL Limited to potentially live stream or broadcast the service," he said.

"We would like to be able to live stream that through social media and explore the technical application of that.

"I think this was an inevitability with regards to taking all steps to contain the virus. Our remaining World War Two, Vietnam veterans are up there in the age group most at risk."

"Given the significant concerns around the spread of COVID-19, it would be irresponsible to allow such large gatherings as we see each year on Anzac Day to go ahead," he said.

"Anzac Day as a marker of our respect and admiration for Anzacs past and present will still be observed.

"What form this will take will be different from previous years, but as custodians of commemoration, the RSL will still honour the service and sacrifice of our brave servicemen and women."