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Greenslopes Hospital Shelters History with World War II Bunker Museum

Beneath its modern façade and world-class facilities, Greenslopes Private Hospital holds a significant part of the country’s history. With the opening of the Bunker Museum, visitors can learn and appreciate the role of the hospital during the Second World War.

Not many people know about the rich history of Greenslopes Private Hospital and what role it played in the biggest global war in history. The hospital was designed just weeks after WWII was declared. It was inaugurated on February 1, 1942, and included three bunkers.

Only one of the air raid shelters has survived the war. Years after, the bunker was used to store wheelchairs and archives.

Thanks to the efforts of resident historian and endocrinologist Dr Chris Strakosch, the shelter has been transformed into a museum to showcase the important role that the hospital played during the historic war.

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