Tag: Fort
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Fort Scratchley Newcastle
Fort Scratchley Newcastle No longer used by the military, Fort Scratchley is now a memorial to the servicemen and women who served there. During World War Two, the Japanese submarine I-21 attempted to shell Newcastle and the BHP Steel Works. Fortunately most of the shells missed or failed to explode with no-one hurt and only… Read more
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Port Kembla Heritage Park
Port Kembla Heritage Park Containing many large artefacts from Port Kembla’s military and industrial past, the Port Kembla Heritage Park is both an interesting and educational to visit. We parked at the end of Gloucester Boulevard, although you could also use the carpark at Foreshore Road. The area formed an integral part of the defences… Read more
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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