RSL NSW announced on Monday that all public Anzac Day services would not be going ahead after the federal government announced bans on 'non-essential' outdoors gatherings of more than 500 people.

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In response to the situation, Bathurst RSL Sub-Branch president David Mills is calling for the community to keep ex-servicemen and women in their thoughts.

"We encourage people not to forget Anzac Day and the values that we commemorate," Mr Mills said.

"I strongly recommend members of the community do what they can as individuals to honour the service and sacrifice of our veterans and current servicemen and women."

Mr Mills said the community is encouraged to stage their own commemorative activities, but has stressed the importance of maintaining their personal safety in doing so.

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"There is sure to be a number of community-driven activities on Anzac Day, and we encourage people to commemorate," he said.

"However, the coronavirus is a serious situation, and we strongly encourage members of the community take the right action to protect themselves and the community."

Bathurst veteran Bob Triming is supportive of the RSL Sub-Branch's stance, and has heard of a few ideas already.

"Everyone can show their support through the display of an Australian flag out the front, and perhaps there could be a 'dawn service' broadcast live or online," Mr Triming said.

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In the days since, many Australians have taken to social media to advocate alternative methods of commemoration.

A Facebook post suggesting Australians should stand at the end of their driveways at dawn for a minute silence on Anzac Day has generated 15,000 shares.