2000 volunteers needed for Legacy Centenary Torch Route Relay

The journey will start with a ceremony at Pozieres, France, on April 23 in the lead up to Anzac Day.

The torch will then travel to Menin Gate, Belgium, and through the streets of London, before returning home to Australia, landing in Albany, WA, on May 3.

It will then traverse towns and cities across Australia, visiting all 44 Legacy club locations, concluding in Melbourne in October.

It will be carried by more than 1500 torch bearers, who will be supported by 2000 volunteers.

Each relay will is followed by a reception hosted by the local Legacy Club.

The event is presented by Defence Health.

Legacy Australia is looking for Australians everywhere to volunteer and support their local club by assisting on relay days when the torch passes through a town near them.

Volunteers are needed on the day with event operations, including registrations and check-in; walking alongside torch bearers and general event all-rounders.

This year Legacy commemorates 100 years of supporting the families of Australian Defence Force members who have given their life or health in service to Australia.

The torch relay, presented by Defence Health, is one aspect of this.

Legacy chairman Eric Easterbrook OAM said the centenary recognises the sacrifice of many families over the past century and the efforts of countless volunteers who have supported them throughout grief and hardship.

Relay executive producer and director Liliana Sanelli said, the relay is a "wonderful opportunity for clubs, businesses and everyday Australians to give their thanks to the men and women that serve our country".

To see the relay route or to volunteer, click HERE.

To follow the journey, download the Legacy 100 Torch Relay mobile app via Google Play or App Store. It can also be viewed on Facebook.

The Royal Australian Mint has released a commemorative $1 coin celebrating 100 years of Legacy.

The Mint's CEO, Leigh Gordon, said this coin presents an opportunity for Australians to reflect on the significant impact Legacy has had over the last hundred years.

The reverse of the coin features a sculpted interpretation of the Legacy logo torch cupped by a pair of hands with the title text "Centenary of Legacy. 100 Years of Service" circling the design around the edge of the coin

The $1 coin is available in a limited mintage of 30,000 and retails for $15.

The coins are legal tender and can be bought through the Mint's online shop, which can be reached HERE.

Legacy Australia has been supporting veterans' families since 1923 and was founded on a promise made from one digger to another - to "look after the missus and the kids".

Today it supports more than 40,000 partners and children of veterans who put their health and lives on the line for Australia.