Australian War Memorial
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- Architecture
From Black Hawks to $2 pool noodles: Inside the new Anzac Hall
Engineering and architectural nous is behind the controversial expansion of the Australian War Memorial, which will include helicopters, armoured vehicles and an F/A-18A Hornet.
- Julie Power
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Timelapse of Hornet plane being installed
A FA-18A Hornet, A21-022, is craned into the new Anzac Hall, scheduled to be completed in 2026. It is the first time the Hornet has been on permanent display at the Australian War Memorial.
War Memorial to update Roberts-Smith panels but display will remain
Greater context about the Brereton report into war crimes is also expected to be included when the memorial’s updated Middle East gallery opens this year.
- Natassia Chrysanthos
‘I’m not a hero’: A world away from battle, WWII veteran turns 100
Max Caldwell, who turned 100 on Sunday, is one of only two surviving soldiers from the 2/14th Battalion.
- Carolyn Webb
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- Federal
From pirates to chivalry, new image of War Memorial takes shape
Criticism of a $580 million upgrade to the Australian War Memorial started as soon as it was announced. Now the finished product is coming into view.
- Shane Wright
Woman charged over violent attacks at Kings Park war memorial
One victim was walking her dog near the memorial when she was allegedly kicked and punched a number of times before being struck with a water bottle to her face.
- Melissa Meehan
Thorpe’s fiery protest drowns out King’s climate change speech, angers guests
Former prime minister Tony Abbott called it “unfortunate political exhibitionism”.
- David Crowe
Royal visit Australia LIVE updates: King Charles, Queen Camilla to visit Australian War Memorial, Parliament House in Canberra
King Charles and Queen Camilla will be in Canberra today visiting the Australian War Memorial and Parliament House. Follow for live updates.
- Olivia Ireland
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- Defence
Victoria Cross recipient to sell medals to cover family expenses
Afghanistan veteran Daniel Keighran said “times are tough, things are hard”, especially for a growing family.
- Tim Barlass
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- ADF
Caution is needed, but war crime investigation delays are of concern
The Office of the Special Investigator needs to proceed carefully but every day that justice is delayed increases the chances that it will be denied.
- The Age's View
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