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Places of Pride

Podcast Host and lead writer Ross has dedicated himself to the important task of visiting as many Memorials that are scattered throughout the picturesque Australian countryside as he can. His passion for honouring those who have served and commemorating significant historical sites drives him to explore these various locations. Below, you will find detailed write-ups for each of these Memorials, Statues, and other Places of Pride that he encounters on his journey. Each entry serves as a tribute to the stories and sacrifices associated with these remarkable sites.

This morning, the Australian War Memorial unveiled the statue dedicated to Matron Vivian Bullwinkel on its grounds.

It stands not just as a sculpture of Vivian Bullwinkel, but all Australian nurses who have lost their lives, survived atrocities made sacrifices in the service of their country.

It also includes 22 stainless steel discs to reflect the 22 victims of the Bangka Island Massacre arranged as a reflection of the stars as seen the night of 16 February 1942

Lest we forget

Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

The DocNetwork acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather to share history. We recognise their enduring connection to the land, sea, and waterways. We pay our respects to the elders, past and present, of the Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri peoples, whose wisdom and knowledge have been passed down for thousands of years.

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