The first victory
On 9 November we commemorate the 105th anniversary of the sinking of the Emden by HMAS Sydney.
Memorial Gates to be re-dedicated
Almost 70 years after the Mayrung Memorial Gates were officially opened, the monument has been registered as an official war memorial.
From Deniliquin Pastoral Times
Heritage hall will be a whole lot more comfortable
The Trundle War Memorial Hall is at the heart of dozens of community events each year, now it's going to be a lot more comfortable.
From Parkes Champion Post
Artist paints tribute to Port Lincoln War Memorial
A man who is travelling around South Australia to create painted tributes to those who fought for Australia has created more works during a stay in Port Lincoln.
From Port Lincoln Times
Ballarat's George Frederick Oakes remembered as 'a gentle man'
Members of the city's emergency and health services joined the family of one of Ballarat's quiet, unrecognised heroes for a short but moving acknowledgement of remembrance at the Ex-Prisoner of War Memorial in the Botanical Gardens.
From The Courier
War memorial heritage gates refurbished
Government and community organisations contributed to the restoration costs of the war memorial heritage gates at Canley Heights Public. It's been a two-year project.
From Liverpool City Champion News
Still no funding for VC winner's grave Memorial push continues
THE push for a memorial marking the South Windsor grave of Australia's first Victoria Cross recipient, Frederick Whirlpool, is continuing following a continued lack of funding.
From Hawkesbury Courier, Richmond
The Callaghan Brothers
For many young men, the outbreak of the First World War represented an opportunity for adventure. Read the story of the Callaghan brothers.
Former Waratah Wynyard councillor Colleen Dibley's fight to preserve Preolenna Cenotaph succeeds
A four-month fight to ensure a piece of North-West history is preserved has ended in a 'victory for community.' The former farming town of Preolenna is home to a bespoke memorial plaque to all the locals who served in the Second World War.
From The Advocate
Mooroopna War Memorial looking for names for honour list
An honour list commemorating the service of all Mooroopna and Ardmona soldiers and nurses during World War II, Vietnam and Korean Wars will be installed at the Mooroopna War Memorial.
From Shepperton News
Precinct named in honour of war-time nurse
Gallipoli Barracks’ 17th Brigade Precinct in Brisbane has been renamed the Bullwinkel Lines in honour of World War II nurse Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel.
From Defence News
Tilligerry RSL Sub-Branch completes the first stage in the refurbishment of its club war memorial
The Tilligerry RSL Sub-Branch has just completed the first stage in the refurbishment of the war memorial located at the front of the Tanilba Bay-based club.
From The Examiner
Tilba, Narooma and Batemans Bay war memorials to get a touch up
Three of the Eurobodalla’s war memorials will get some additional care ahead of Remembrance Day thanks to a NSW Government Community War Memorials grant.
From About Regional
Epic Anzac histories project comes to an end
A 2014 voluntary project writing stories about men and women from this district who were all involved in the Great War.
From The Courier
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