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For further information on the places listed, please contact the Albany Visitors Centre, Proudlove Parade, ph: 98 419 290.

Monuments in the Great Southern

War Memorial

War Memorial

Location: Lower York Street, Albany

A granite memorial to honour all those who lost their lives in war since the first world war. Its setting in the garden and park surrounding Saint Johns Church are peaceful and the perfect spot to reflect.  ANZAC Day services are held here.

Horden Monument

Hordern Monument

Location: Top of York Street, Albany

The monument was erected in July 1890 in commemoration of Anthony Hordern, a Sydney businessman who won the contract to construct the Albany to Beverley railway line. Hordern planned and organised the project, but died before it was begun in 1886. The line was opened three years later.

Mokare - Man of Peace

Mokare "Man of Peace"  Monument

Location: Middle of York Street, Albany

In recognition of the role Mokare played in the peaceful co-existence between Noongar people and the first European settlers.  Sculpture by local artist Terry Humble.

Desert Corp Memorial

Desert Corps Memorial

Location: Forts Road, Mount Clarence, Albany
Distance from Town Centre: 2km

The memorial overlooks King George Sound where the first troopships to leave Australia for the Great War departed.  The views over Albany, Princess Royal Harbour, King George Sound and Middleton Bay are superb.



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