The Latest Breaking News from War Memorial

Veterans hurt after glaring omission at War Memorial's $550m redevelopment launch

Some veterans felt let down by decision not to play the anthem

The Canberra Times · Jun 25

'It gets everything right': War Memorial launches new Anzac Hall and Afghanistan galleries

Controversy and difficult questions mark opening.

The Canberra Times · Jun 23

NSW:Ben Roberts-Smith free to attend War Memorial opening

Alleged war criminal and decorated veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has been allowed to go to a grand opening at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra while on bail.

AAP · Jun 16

Early look at Australian War Memorial's new parade ground

The southern entrance should be open by the end of the year.

The Canberra Times · Feb 26, 2024

Gratitude for Australia woven into traditional cloth

Special woven textile goes on display at the Australian War Memorial.

The Canberra Times · Oct 17, 2023

River of ink: the visual histories embedded in tattoos of Australian service personnel

Exhibition by the Australian War Memorial tells the stories of soldiers and sailors for the first time through their body art

The Guardian - AU · Jun 17, 2023

Ben Roberts-Smith's memorabilia to remain on display at Australian War Memorial, additional content being considered

The memorial says it will continue to display disgraced war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's uniform and medals for now, but will consider adding context.

ABC News · Jun 2, 2023

Prospects brighten for War Memorial project in Thiruvananthapuram

After another round of delays, things appear to be looking up for the War Memorial project in the State capital with the Cabinet giving the go-ahead last week.

The Hindu · May 28, 2023

'That's not plausible': Huge War Memorial building project delays fuel doubt

Planned government funding in the upcoming financial year has dropped by nearly $200 million as the time-table for construction shifts.

The Canberra Times · May 25, 2023

'Girl tradie' with a pearl earring

Not so tough for women on site at the Australian War Memorial.

The Canberra Times · Mar 7, 2023