This is a very moving Memorial to the men who died on HMAS SYDNEY. The bronze statue of the Mother looking out to sea was incredibly moving, her face showed the grief so many Mothers must have felt when they heard the news that the Sydney had been sunk. The seagull sculpture representing the 600 or so souls who were... More

Beautiful place so moving, can spend ages just sitting and watching the world go buy More

Superb memorial in a really great location with superb views across the town and ocean. Plenty of grass to relax on. Enjoy the creative and artistic appeal of the memorial while soaking up the story of the encounter between HMAS Sydney and the German raider, Kormoran. More

The fine Art done on the hillside above Geraldton seems to me very adequately done, providing the visitor with every aspect of the HMAS Sidney`s drowning at war times. At early morning I was impressed by the Sunday early morning prayers and parade 23rd of April More

Beautiful at sunset and interesting by day. Maritime history told in an engaging way and a beautiful memorial. It's a credit to the people who made it happen. More

The HMAS Sydney Memorial is located on a hill close to town, so has magnificent views over the town and nearby ocean (Champion Bay). Free tours, taken by local volunteers, can be organised through the local tourist centre, though I have found there is plenty of information to read about the loss , and subsequent finding of the Sydney, written... More

We visited this war memorial during our short stay and because we have never visited Geraldton before, we did not know of its existence. What a wonderful memorial in remembrance of those who gave their lives. This is a must see for everyone who passes through Geraldton. The designers, craftsmen and all involved in the building of this memorial should... More

great views, lovely grounds and easy parking. The artwork, installations and memorial are of very high quality and evoke the memory of the lost ship and sailors beautifully. Kids enjoy running around on the sloping grass. Good toilet. No shop or cafe. More

We visited this hilltop memorial early on a Saturday morning. Before visiting we knew nothing of the terrible tragedy of HMAS Sydney over seventy years ago. The hemisphere canopy contains the outlines of 645 seagulls, one for every seaman who perished and the marble walls contain their names. The bronze statue of a woman looking out to sea in the... More