Category: Army
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Cape Banks Botany Bay National Park
Cape Banks Getting There We drove to Cape Banks and parked near the pistol club and helicopter base. This large car park has plenty of space, so parking shouldn’t be a problem. Cape Banks Walking Track The Cape Banks Walking track runs past the Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter Base towards the coast. On the way you… Read more
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Australian Army Infantry Museum
Australian Army Infantry Museum Only a ten-minute drive south of Singleton in the Hunter Valley, the Australian Army Infantry Museum showcases the history of Australia’s infantry men and women from colonial times to the present. Entry is free for Australian Defence Force members, with a modest $8.00 fee for adults (2020) and discounts for children… Read more
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Illowra Hill 60 Battery Port Kembla
Illowra Hill 60 Battery Today the Illowra Hill 60 Battery gives fantastic views over the Illawarra Coastline, however, in World War Two it was the front line of defence for the region. With an observation post on top of the hill, the two guns placed below had commanding views of fire to defend Port Kembla… Read more