A road to remember
The Great Ocean Road is one of Australia's most scenic drives, but what many do not realise is that the road was built by returned servicemen as a memorial to those who died in the First World War.
After the War: traditions, symbols and commemoration
Australians have created their own traditions, symbols, and commemorative spaces with which to honour those who served. From small-town memorials and local rituals to the housing of a National Collection at the Australian War Memorial, people all over the country have reflected on our involvement in conflicts across the world.
Illabo War Memorial to receive refresh as part of NSW government investment
Nearly a century since its unveiling, the historic Illabo War Memorial is set to get a refresh following an investment from the NSW government.
From Southern Cross News
Final days of After the War exhibition: exploring the personal impact and legacy of war
The special exhibition, After the War, at the Australian War Memorial closes 15 September.
A Legacy worth preserving
To help raise awareness of Legacy’s work caring for families of those who have served, we are highlighting some of the Legacy war memorials in Australia.
Magnificent Anzac Square restoration complete
Anzac Square in Brisbane has been fully restored and enhanced after the completion of almost $22 million in works to the state’s war memorial.
From Queensland Government
The Story of the Great Ocean Road est.1919: A screening experience
An exclusive and immersive documentary screening celebrating the 100th birthday of the Great Ocean Road.
At 100, Great Ocean Road in Victoria is a beauty of a story
Famed as one the most beautiful and dramatic stretches of coastline in Australia, Victoria's Great Ocean Road has attracted millions of visitors over the years.
From The Senior
The Great Ocean Road: built by Diggers to honour the fallen almost 100 years ago
Build it, and they will come. And they did. A century on, they come still, in their millions, in tourist buses and hire cars, to experience the coastal drive regarded among the world’s best.
From The Courier
Governor unveils Crystal Brook's new war memorial
A new war memorial has taken pride of place in Crystal Brook's Adelaide Square, honouring all conflicts in the past, present and future.
From The Flinders News
Honouring a great Australian, a great leader, a great woman and a proud nurse
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is working with the Australian War Memorial to honour the courage, dedication and sacrifice of army nurse Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel AO, MBE, ARRC, ED, FNM by erecting a commemorative sculpture in the grounds of the Memorial.
From The National Tribune
Memorial to be unveiled
A new memorial dedicated to all conflicts - past and future - will be unveiled by the Governor this weekend in Crystal Brook. The opening will take place in Adelaide Square on Sunday and marks the centenary of the town's RSL sub-branch.
From The Flinders News
Iconic guardian of Sydney cenotaph dies
The long-serving and much-loved keeper of Sydney's iconic Martin Place cenotaph has died.
From Bellingen Courier
Cockburn Memorial Walk to commemorate those who served Australia in conflicts across the ages
In honour of Australia’s rich military tradition, Remembrance Avenue in Cockburn Central has been transformed into a memorial walk commemorating Australia’s involvement in conflicts and theatres of war throughout history.
Honouring Noel "Stewie" Harald
New plaque unveiled in honour of Noel Stewie Harald and his service in the Vietnam War.
Kings Park Honour Avenues are still growing strong
Kings Park Honour Avenues are still growing strong, 100 years after they were planted.
From ABC News
Life size statue of Lt. Col. Kenneth Mackay to be unveiled in Murrumburrah
A bronze, life-size statue of Lt. Col. Kenneth Mackay will be unveiled at the Lt. Horse Memorial in Murrumburrah on the 31st of August.
From Hilltops Phoenix
Teddy Sheean Memorial Grants Program opens
Applications are now open for the Teddy Sheean Memorial Grants Program 2019-20 – Round 1.
A history not forgotten—75 years since the Cowra breakout
Monday 5 August marks 75 years since 1,104 Japanese prisoners of war attempted to break out of the camp.
Killed on Duty
Lieutenant Harry Doncaster was the fourth Australian to die as a result of the breakout of Japanese prisoners-of-war at Cowra.
Leopold War Memorial receives Armistice grant
The Leopold War Memorial will receive a $30,000 Federal Government grant.
From Mirage News
Honour board brings memories of home
Former Balnarring resident David Wisken thought he was seeing double when visiting The Sir John Monash Centre at Villers-Bretonneux, France, in April.
From Mornington Peninsula News
Moving Korean War memorial service at Walsh Park
Attendees gathered in Walsh Park, Bomaderry for a moving memorial service as part of the Korean War Veterans Armistice Day. The Korean War memorial service, held on Saturday, July 27, marked the 66th anniversary of the signing of the armistice of the Korean War.
From South Coast Register
Light horse leader rises again in Murrumburrah
The Australian Light Horse founder James Alexander Kenneth Mackay will be celebrated like never before with the unveiling of a statue in Harden-Murrumburrah next month.
From The Riot-Act