There are 149 historical memorials and monuments in Australia
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The Captain James Cook Memorial was built by the Commonwealth Government to commemorate the Bicentenary of Captain James Cook's first sighting of the east coast of Australia. The memorial includes a water jet located in the central basin and a skeleton globe sculpture at Regatta Point of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, showing the paths of Cook's expeditions.
The One Ton Post is a physical monument located on the west bank of the Barwon River near Mungindi, Queensland.
The memorial commemorates the start and finish of the 1924 Grand Prix.
The Anzac Memorial building commemorates the courage and sacrifices of those who fought in World War I. Exhibition showcases within the Memorial show various aspects of the life in times of war.
The Anzac Memorial Hyde Park is a historical site and museum located in Darwin City, NSW.
Find them on the Ocean Drive, opposite the Lookout, next to Nunn’s Pool in Port Denison.
The Emu Park ANZAC Commemorative Precinct is a stunning tribute to those who served our country.
Come join us for an unforgettable journey through the history of Queensland's military service at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries. Located in Brisbane CBD and featuring the magnificent Shrine of Remembrance and Eternal Flame, Anzac Square is a place of commemoration and reflection for those who have served our nation. Every Wednesday at 10.30am (excluding public holidays), take part in our Collection Highlights tour and explore the best of State Library's military collection.
The Australian Army Memorial on Anzac Parade commemorates the service of Australian soldiers.Australian soldiers have fought as a national group in conflicts since the Second Boer War in South Africa. This memorial commemorates their continuing tradition of service, in war, conflict and peace operations.The memorial was unveiled by the Governor-General of Australia, The Hon.
The Name Series of All Known Australian Prisoners of War The Australian ExPrisoners of War Memorial opened on Friday 6th February 2004.
The Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial was dedicated on Friday, 6 February 2004.
The Australian Turkish Friendship Memorial (Seeds of Friendship) is a war memorial in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, located in the Kings Domain at Birdwood Avenue.
Shrine and museum built as a visual focus for the country's gratefulness for military sacrifice.
The Australian War Memorial is a place of remembrance and reflection, honouring the sacrifices of those who have died in war.
The B24 Liberator Memorial Australia is a working museum showcasing a WWII B24 Liberator bomber being restored in a WWII hangar that was part of the Werribee Satellite Airfield during the war.
The Bathurst War Memorial Carillon is at the center of the beautiful King's Parade in the heart of Bathurst.
A memorial to John Baxter who was Eyre's travelling companion when he crossed Australia in 1841.
On February 14th 2013, Barry Gibb opened Bee Gees Way, a walkway lined with photos, anecdotes and other items donated by him.
A memorial hall dedicated to Ben Lomond's soldiers who served in the First and Second World Wars.
A remnant of Rottnest Island's World War II captivating military history, the battery was once used as a gun station.
The "largest Merino in the world" is a three-storey concrete and steel structure with a height of 15.2 meters and a length of 18 meters.
The Big Rocking Horse is a tourist attraction located in the town of Gumeracha, South Australia. Designed by David McIntosh, the structure weighs 25 tonnes and stands at over 18 metres tall, and is one of a number of Big Things in Australia designed to attract the attention of passing motorists.
The Big Western Rock Lobster situated on the corner of the Brand Highway & Moreton Terrace, is a must see when visiting Dongara- Port Denison.
The Black Powder Mill in Cairnlea is a historically significant heritage-listed building that functioned as a black powder (gunpowder) factory.
This war memorial commemorates the Australian colonies' participation in the Boer War (1899-1902), also known as the South African War.
The Bradleys Head to Chowder Bay Trail is a 3.1-kilometer loop trail located in the Bradleys Head precinct of Sydney Harbour National Park.
Busby's Bore Fountain commemorates the Busby Bore, a tunnel built to carry water from Lachlan Swamp (now Centennial Park) to Hyde Park.
Originally the site of Camperdown Cemetery, all but a small walled-off section adjacent to St Stephen's Church was converted into a spacious public park in 1948.
The Captain Cook landmark commemorates Captain James Cook.
Built by the National Capital Development Commission on behalf of the Commonwealth Government, the jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain James Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia.