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Open daily 10 am – 5 pm Closed Christmas Day

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GUIDED TOURSThe Memorial’s voluntary guides tell stories of endurance, courage, and loyalty while taking you through the galleries. Guided tours begin in the Orientation Gallery.

To join a tour see staff in the Orientation Gallery, and for times visit www.awm.gov.au/visit/tours

RESEARCH CENTREDo you have a relative who served with Australian forces? Find out by visiting the Memorial’s Research Centre. You can also consult the Memorial’s archival and published collections.

Research Centre Reading Room Opening timesMonday to Friday 10 am to 5 pmSaturday 1 pm to 5 pmClosed on Sundays and ACT public holidays

Researchers are advised to contact us prior to visiting on the enquiry line (02) 6243 4315 or via our website at www.awm.gov.au/request

NEWSLETTERKeep up to date with what’s new and what’s coming up at the Memorial by subscribing to our free monthly email newsletter, eMemorial. www.awm.gov.au/newsletter

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The Australian War Memorial is one of the world’s great museums. Visit with your family and friends for a moving and unforgettable experience. Connect with the stories of people and events that have shaped our nation. Discover the diverse Australian experiences of war and reflect on their enduring impact.

After nearly two years of renovations the Memorial’s First World War Galleries are now open to the public. For further information visit www.awm.gov.au/1914-1918

Here is their spirit, in the heart of the land they loved; and

here we guard the record which they themselves made.

Charles Bean, founder of theAustralian War Memorial

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Closes 17 June 2015 Special Exhibitions Gallery, free

Ben Quilty toured Afghanistan in 2011 as the Australian War Memorial’s official war artist. His exhibition presents works of art developed from his experience.

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See the remarkable sculptures that commemorate the lives of the 41 soldiers who lost their lives while serving in Afghanistan.

“The power of the sculpted flags is developed through the way their pale marble, slightly pink in hue and each imbued with blushes and veins, evokes the flesh of a human body. Each flag represents an individual and a life lost in the line of duty.” Dr Brendan Nelson.

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Lower Level, free

Discover the extraordinary efforts of Australians in Afghanistan through the words of our veterans and their families, set against the powerful imagery of a modern war. This is their story, seen through their eyes, told through their voices.

Are you a veteran of Afghanistan? Over 27,000 Australians have deployed to Operation Slipper, which encompasses Afghanistan and the entire Middle East Area of Operations. Each man or woman deployed has a unique story. Share your story online at www.awm.gov.au/afghanistan

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Entry level, free

Visit the Memorial’s highly anticipated First World War Galleries

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William Pidgeon, Field hospital, Northern Australia, 1943 (ART94591).

WILLIAM EDWIN PIDGEON (1909–1981): WAR CORRESPONDENT AND ARTISTFrom 6 MarchSecond World War Galleries, free

William Edwin Pidgeon, known as “Wep”, was a painter, cartoonist, illustrator, and newspaper critic. During the Second World War he was a war correspondent and artist for Consolidated Press, contributing works for publication in the Australian Women’s Weekly. His iconic covers and humorous illustrations, paintings, letters, and cartoons revealed aspects of daily life experienced by Australians serving in northern Australia, New Guinea, and Borneo.

William Pidgeon, Jessie, 1940 (ART94590).

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His works made life at the front “imaginable”, emphasising not the brutality of war but the homely aspects of life behind the lines. On display is a selection drawn from more than 400 works by Pidgeon held in the Memorial’s art collection.

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THE LAST POST CEREMONY Daily 4.55 pm AEDT Commemorative Area

Be part of a unique daily ceremony at the Australian War Memorial.

William Pidgeon, Jessie, 1940 (ART94590).

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Incorporating the stirring sounds of a bugler and a piper with the story of one of the Australians recorded on the Roll of Honour, the Last Post Ceremony is a moving commemorative occasion.

Attend the ceremony and lay a wreath, or watch it broadcast live daily on the Memorial’s website.

www.awm.gov.au/lastpost

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PRE-DAWN SERVICETo commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, selected images from the Memorial’s First World War collection will be projected onto the building during the night leading up to the Dawn Service on 25 April. From 4.30 am on 25 April excerpts from letters and diaries will be read aloud by a representative from each of the armed forces.

DAWN SERVICE5.30 am to 6 am(suggested arrival 4 am onwards: we recommend use of the ACTION shuttle service)

This service is a solemn reminder of the dawn landing on Gallipoli of 25 April 1915. Marking the landing’s centenary in 2015, the Chief of Army, Lieutenant General David Morrison AO, will deliver the Commemorative Address. After the service the Memorial’s Commemorative Area will be open until 8 am, giving visitors the opportunity to lay a poppy on the Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier, or beside a name on the Roll of Honour.

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SATURDAY 25 APRIL 2015

IMAGE PROJECTIONS22 April to 27 April

Anzac Day commemorations will begin on the evening of Wednesday 22 April with the projection onto the Memorial building of images of Australian servicemen and servicewomen drawn from the Memorial’s rich photographic collection. These projections will run each evening from dusk until dawn and will conclude on the morning of Monday 27 April.

NATIONAL CEREMONY10.15 am to 12 noon

The National Ceremony commemorates the service and sacrifice of all Australian servicemen and servicewomen. In this centenary year, after the veterans’ march His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (Retd), Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, will deliver the Commemorative Address. The Memorial will open to the public after the National Ceremony.

For more information visit: www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/anzac-day

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THE LAST POST CEREMONY 4.55 pmCommemorative Area

Conclude your visit to the Memorial on this 100th anniversary and be part of a unique Last Post Ceremony. Incorporating the stirring sounds of a bugler and a piper with two specially selected stories from Gallipoli, the ceremony promises to be a moving commemorative occasion. You can also watch the ceremony broadcast live on the Memorial’s website at www.awm.gov.au/lastpost.

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SOUNDSCAPE AND NAME PROJECTIONS

Two major First World War centenary projects have been made available for visitors to experience: the Roll of Honour Soundscape and the Roll of Honour Name Projections.

The Soundscape will enhance the iconic Roll of Honour in the Memorial’s Commemorative Area with the voices of primary school students speaking the names and ages of the more than 60,000 servicemen and servicewomen who died during the First World War.

The Roll of Honour projections will see the names of each of the Australians who gave their lives during the First World War projected onto the exterior of the Memorial’s Hall of Memory, immediately below the dome. Names will be projected from sunset to sunrise until November 2018.

For more information on these projects please visit www.awm.gov.au/1914-1918/centenary-projects

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OPERATION SLIPPER

SATURDAY 21 MARCH 9.30 AM

ANZAC PARADE

The Prime Minister announced that a nationwide commemoration activity will be held marking the end of the operation.

The Prime Minister announced a nation-wide commemoration activity marking the end of Operation Slipper will be held.

In Canberra, Operation Slipper veterans will march along Anzac Parade to the Australian War Memorial, where a memorial service will follow.

Canberrans and visitors to the capital are invited to attend and reflect on the service and sacrifice of our personnel.

More information: www.defence.gov.au/Ceremonial/opSlipper.asp

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STORY TIMEFridays, excluding public holidays10.30 amLower galleries, free

Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places, brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys. This program is suitable for pre-school-aged children, but older brothers and sisters are also welcome.

DISCOVERY ZONEOpen to the public on weekdays from 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm during the school term, and all day on weekends and in school holidays (except for school bookings at 12 pm and 4 pm).

In this interactive environment kids can experience what it would be like to work in a trench, a helicopter, or a submarine. They can build bridges, explore an air raid shelter, and try on uniforms. Families can investigate Australia’s involvement in the Second World War and some of the jobs today’s peacekeepers do. The Discovery Zone is full of things to hear, see, and do.

COLLECTION IN FOCUSMondays 2 and 16 March, 13 and 20 April, 4 and 18 May2.30 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Discover the incredible stories behind the relics in the Memorial’s collection with curators of Military Heraldry and Technology. Each fortnight a different object will be in focus, including weapons, transport, uniforms, and personal items.

The feline mascot of the light cruiser HMAS Encounter (304910).

JOIN US FOR SPECIAL ACTIVITIES OVER MARCH, APRIL, AND MAY

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VOICES FROM THE FRONTTuesdays from 3 March to 26 May1 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

Discover individual stories from the First World War through the letters and diaries of those who served. A young soldier on the Somme, freezing and up to his knees in mud, using a brief lull in the fighting to pen a letter to his parents at home; a nurse in one of the many field hospitals, exhausted and desperately trying to treat the mass of incoming wounded day after day. These are just two of the individuals you will meet as we take a personal journey through the newly refurbished First World War Galleries. A member of the Australian 2nd Battalion

“carrying on” with his correspondence at Flesselles, on the Somme, 1916 (E00030).

BEN QUILTY: AFTER AFGHANISTAN AND ALEX SETON: AS OF TODAY …Wednesdays from 4 March to 17 JuneSundays 19 April and 17 May 11.45 amSpecial Exhibitions Gallery, free

Join a curator for a tour of the Memorial’s exhibitions of Ben Quilty’s work done as an official war artist in Afghanistan and Alex Seton’s sculptures created in response to the Australian losses in this conflict.

Ben Quilty, Troy Park, after Afghanistan, 2012 (OL00628.009).

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THE ART OF THE BOOKFriday 6 March11 amMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Join the Senior Curator of Art for a behind-the-scenes viewing of the Memorial’s important collection of Australian and international artists’ books.

To book for behind-the-scenes tours: E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

Talks, tours, and activities

Horace Moore-Jones, The landing at Anzac, 25th April 1915, 1915 (ART96511).

Frank Hurley’s view of the military section of the graveyard in the village of

Vlamertinghe, near Ypres, 1917 (E00848).

A TALE OF TWO LENSESThursday 12 March12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Much of what Australians know about life on the Western Front comes from the work of Australia’s official photographers. This talk will compare the photography of Frank Hurley and Hubert Wilkins, noting how their different approaches contributed to the modern understanding of the First World War.

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THE LANDING AT ANZAC, 25TH APRIL 1915Friday 20 March11 amFirst World War Galleries, free

Discover the drawings Horace Moore-Jones made of the landing at Anzac on 25 April 1915.

BLACK DIGGERS: INDIGENOUS SERVICE AND THE FIRST WORLD WARSunday 22 March11 amBAE Systems Theatre, free

The Australian War Memorial’s Indigenous Liaison Officer, Gary Oakley, explores the history of Indigenous military service. Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders have served in the Australian Defence Force since before the Boer War, but exactly how many did so may never be known.

Indigenous Liaison Officer Gary Oakley.

GALLIPOLI FROM ABOVEThursday 26 March12 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

Learn about aerial reconnaissance during the Dardenelles campaign and the collection behind the interactive Gallipoli map in the recently refurbished First World War Galleries.

A Henri Farman F.27 floatplane of the Royal Naval Air Service after completing a patrol over the Gallipoli peninsula, 1915 (P03309.002).

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GALLERY TALKSMondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7 to 23 April Excludes public holidays11.30 amFirst World War Galleries, free

Join Memorial staff as they share stories from Gallipoli in the newly refurbished First World War Galleries. Hear about ordinary Australians in a foreign land, and their tales of audacity, love, and loss.

DROP-IN CRAFTFridays 10 and 17 April11.30 am to 12.30 pmand 2.30 pm to 3.30 pmEducation Space, lower galleries, free

Make your own colour patch, bookmark, or poppy to take home.

HANDS-ON HISTORYWeekdays during school holidays from 7 to 24 AprilExcludes public holidays11 amLower galleries, free

What do servicemen and servicewomen wear? What do they eat? What jobs do they do? Our exciting hands-on history programs answer these questions and many more. Try on uniforms, handle real items, and hear incredible stories of Australians in wartime.

WOMEN IN WARSaturdays, Sundays, and Mondays from 11 to 20 AprilThursday 23, Friday 24, and Sunday 26 April11.40 am, 12.40 pm, and 1.40 pmAnzac Hall, free

See actor Leith Arundel in two moving performances, Last letters and Radio silence, relating to the experiences of women during wartime.

DROP-IN CRAFT

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SYDNEY’S ANZAC BUFFET IN THE DOMAINThursday 9 April12 pmFirst World War Galleries, free

Come and see some of the memorabilia from Sydney’s Anzac Buffet, where troops were welcomed home in 1919 and volunteers served more than 82,000 meals to soldiers and their families.

SLOW ART DAYSaturday 11 April2 to 4 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

On average, a gallery visitor looks at a painting for just 15 seconds. Slow Art Day, held at museums around the world, invites participants to slow down and spend a longer period considering a smaller number of works. Come along and consider works old and new at the Memorial and participate in the discussion afterwards.

A wounded AIF soldier receives an affectionate welcome home at the Anzac Buffet in the Domain in Sydney, Sydney Mail, 1918 (H11574).

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MOSAICS AT THE MEMORIALWednesday 15 and Monday 20 April10.30 am to 12.30 pmAges eight and above

Explore art and personal stories in the Memorial’s Commemorative Area before creating your own poppy mosaic to take home. As Anzac Day approaches, discover how the poppy has been used as a symbol of commemoration and sacrifice.

$15 per child, $10 for Friends of the Memorial (GST inclusive). Credit card payment required at time of booking. E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

GEORGE LAMBERT: GALLIPOLI AND PALESTINEFriday 17 April11 amFirst World War Galleries, free

Join a curator to take a closer look at the paintings by this well-known official war artist.

MOVING BATTLE LINES: ANIMATION AND WARThursday 23 April12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Animation has regularly been drawn upon in times of war to recruit, train, and inform. Learn about the history of animation and war and watch some of our favourite cartoons from the collection – including Donald Duck!

Meet the Squander Bug, 1943 (F01379).

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COMMEMORATING STELLA BOWEN’S BOMBER CREWMonday 27 April2.30 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Stella Bowen’s Bomber crew is one of the Memorial’s most well-known paintings, depicting seven men of No. 460 Squadron on the eve of what would be their final flight.

Join Art and Military Heraldry and Technology curators for this behind-the-scenes tour on the 70th anniversary of the night those young Australians left for their fatal mission. Learn about the equipment they wore and the making of this iconic painting.

To book for behind-the-scenes tours: E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

Stella Bowen, Bomber crew, 1944 (ART26265).

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FIGHT OR BUY BONDS: AMERICAN FIRST AND SECOND WORLD WAR POSTERSFriday 1 May11 amMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Join the Senior Curator of Art for a viewing of the Memorial’s collection of American First and Second World War posters. This behind-the-scenes tour will look at the importance of posters in wartime and America’s contribution to the war effort.

To book for behind-the-scenes tours: E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

THE FORGOTTEN FLOTILLAFriday 8 May3 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Join historian and archaeologist Dr Michael James Bendon for a talk on two British Second World War wrecks located off the ancient site of Phalasarna, a classical maritime city in western Crete. Dr Bendon will discuss the secretly developed vessels and the parts they played not only in supporting Australian troops in Greece, North Africa, and Crete but also in saving many thousands from the invading German forces.

Dr Bendon holds post-graduate qualifications in archaeology, history, linguistics, maritime archaeology, education, and cultural heritage. His latest book, The forgotten flotilla, will be available for purchase in the Memorial Shop, and Dr Bendon will be available for book signings from 4 pm.

Troops of the 6th Division landing at Souda Bay, Crete, after their evacuation from Greece, 1941 (074445).

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ALGERNON DARGE’S 19,000 SOLDIERS: PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE FIRST WORLD WARThursday 14 May12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Melbourne photographer Algernon Darge photographed thousands of men in the Broadmeadows and Seymour camps prior to their embarkation for overseas service. This sizable collection tells many stories, so join us to hear about some of them.

“BRAVO PRIVATE JACKA!” AUSTRALIA’S FIRST VICTORIA CROSS ON GALLIPOLIFriday 15 May11 amMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Join curators of Art and Military Heraldry and Technology to hear about Captain Albert Jacka VC on the centenary of the action that won him Australia’s first Victoria Cross of the First World War.

To book for behind-the-scenes tours: E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

THE MAN WITH THE DONKEYTuesday 19 May12 pmMeet in the Orientation Gallery, free

Come behind the scenes into the archives of the Research Centre to read the letters of John Simpson Kirkpatrick. Discover the man behind the legend, 100 years after his death.

To book for behind-the-scenes tours: E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4473

STEPHEN DUPONT: A PHOTOGRAPHIC PRACTICEThursday 21 May12 pmBAE Systems Theatre, free

Stephen Dupont is an internationally recognised Australian photographer who has worked on commission for the Australian War Memorial in both the Solomon Islands and Afghanistan. Discover more about Dupont’s unique photographic practice, including his use of analogue cameras and artist’s books.

INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS AND THEIR SERVICEFriday 29 May12.30 pmCourtyard Gallery, free

During Reconciliation Week, hear about the stories of Indigenous Australians at war. View rare medal groups and works of art relating to their service.

Darge studio portrait, 1915.

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The Memorial Shop offers a wide range of military history publications, as well as models, DVDs, souvenir items, poppies, and an impressive range of commemorative merchandise.

Ben Quilty limited-edition print

AIR COMMODORE JOHN ODDIE, AFTER AFGHANISTAN NO. 1 Award-winning artist Ben Quilty and the Australian War Memorial are generously donating the proceeds of this limited-edition print to the charity Soldier On.

Quilty’s portrait of Air Commodore John Oddie reveals a man returning from war and its burden of responsibility, and his progress towards a more positive view of life and of himself as a survivor.

Only 100 prints are available. Each comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity that is signed by Ben Quilty, Director of the Memorial Brendan Nelson, and Air Commodore John Oddie.

Prints are sold unframed and measure 112 x 106 cm. $395.00 | Friends $355.50

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POPPIES TEAPOT Poppies teapot features an infuser and is made from fine bone china with a gloss finish. It comes in a coordinating gift box. Capacity of 750 ml; height 17 x width 14 x length 25.5 cm.

$59.99 | Friends $53.99

POPPIES SUGAR BOWL AND CREAM JUG SET Poppies sugar bowl and cream jug are made from fine bone china with a gloss finish and come in a coordinating gift box. Sugar bowl capacity 250 ml; length 9 x width 9 x height 11 cm. Cream jug capacity 200 ml; length 11 x width 8.5 x height 9.5 cm.

$32.99 | Friends $29.70

LONE PINE MUG Lone Pine mug is made from fine bone china with a gloss finish and comes in a coordinating gift box.

Mug capacity 370 ml; width 8 x height 10.5 cm.$9.99 | Friends $8.99

LONE PINE SCATTER TRAY Lone Pine scatter tray is made from 100 per cent melamine for easy care and is dishwasher safe.

Tray length 21 x width 14.2 cm x height 1.3 cm. $4.99 | Friends $4.50

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The Lone Pine collection by Ashdene features a contemporary illustration of a pine cone by Australian artist Rachel Newling. The illustration is inspired by the Memorial’s Lone Pine Tree against a dawn sky.

See the full Poppies collection and Lone Pine collection in-store or online at www.awm.gov.au/shop

Poppies collection by Ashdene is designed for the Australian War Memorial and illustrated by leading Australian botanical artist Jenny Philips.

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CORPORATE FUNCTIONSWhere else in the world can you wine and dine under the wings of the famous Second World War Lancaster bomber “G for George”? The Memorial is a unique corporate functions venue.

Function bookings:

Enquiries about functions at the Memorial should be directed to Create Consultants.

E: [email protected] P: Shay McGarn on (02) 6262 7380

POPPY’S CAFÉOpen daily 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

Poppy’s Café overlooks the Australian War Memorial and its beautiful grounds. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea and is also available for functions. Offering the finest of menus and set against a unique backdrop, this spacious, sun-filled venue is the perfect option for your next event.

THE LANDING PLACEOpen daily 10.30 am to 4.30 pm

Located in Anzac Hall, the Landing Place is a great location to rest and have a coffee.

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In return for this valuable support, Friends receive a range of benefits, including an annual subscription to Wartime, the Memorial’s quarterly magazine, regular member updates, and the opportunity to attend special “Friends only” activities. Poppy, Family Friends and Clubs/Organisations membership holders are entitled to reserve seating at the Anzac Day and Remembrance Day ceremonies.

For more information on the Friends program, or to join, visit www.awm.gov.au/friends, email [email protected], or call the Friends Coordinator on (02) 6243 4523.

The Friends of the Memorial program enables people to support the Memorial and its work.

PERSPECTIVES ON OPERATION SLIPPERFriday 20 March2 pmBAE Systems TheatreFree, bookings essential

Operation Slipper was the title given to Australia’s military contribution to the war in Afghanistan.

Friends of the Memorial are invited to a presentation hosted by Memorial historians Dr Steven Bullard and Aaron Pegram, who will be joined by Afghanistan veteran Major Nigel Earnshaw (Retd) and Mr Hugh Poate, whose son Private Robert Poate served in Afghanistan in 2012.

This short presentation will provide an overview of Australia’s involvement in the war in Afghanistan in the lead-up to the official Welcome Home Parade taking place on 21 March. The presentation will focus on the experiences of Australia’s serving men and women and the impact of their service on families left at home.

Bookings close Wednesday 18 March E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4523

Friends of the Memorial

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VICTORY IN EUROPE (VE) DAY COMMEMORATIVE ART TOUR: BOMBER CREWThursday 7 May9 amAdministration Building, free

To mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, Friends of the Memorial are invited to join curators behind the scenes for a study of Stella Bowen’s Bomber crew.

View the painting, the portrait sketches she made of the pilots on the day of their fateful mission, and the flying equipment they would have worn.

Bomber crew captures the experiences, adventures, and losses of Australian airmen who took part in the air war over Europe, and returns to Canberra from its tour with the Memorial’s exhibition Reality in flames: modern Australian art and the Second World War.

This special event takes place on Thursday 7 May and will culminate with a tour of a Lancaster bomber in Anzac Hall.

Please note this tour has limited places. Bookings are essential and close Friday 1 May.

E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4523

Buglers of the 2/14th Battalion sound retreat during the changing of the guard ceremony at unit headquarters, Balikpapan, Borneo, 1945 (116219).

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SHOP DISCOUNTS Please remember that your Friends membership entitles you to a 10 per cent discount on Memorial purchases online and in store.

E: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4542 or (02) 6243 4438

EMBASSY FLORIST DISCOUNT CARD Located close to the Memorial in the city centre, Embassy Florist now offer Friends a 10 per cent discount on floral arrangements and wreaths. This discount card will be issued will all new and renewed memberships and is valid for one transaction. Card must be surrendered at time of purchase.

CANBERRA HOTEL DISCOUNT Planning a trip to Canberra? Why not stay with one of our accommodation partners? Please refer to our website or contact our Friends Coordinator for latest offers.

Shop A10 Canberra Centre Bunda Street Canberra City ACT 2601P (02) 6257 3633 F (02) 6257 3634

E [email protected] www.embassyflorist.com.au

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NEW MEMBERSHIP CARDS The Friends team introduced new membership cards for all members. We are rolling out the cards with new memberships and renewals. For family or pair memberships, we are introducing a single card. If you require a second card, please contact the Friends Coordinator.

NEW TWO-YEAR MEMBERSHIPS Poppy and Family Friends members – renew your membership for two years and receive a $10 discount on your membership renewal for each year you renew. For example, renew as a Poppy individual member for two years and pay $140 (normally $160).

Rosemary Friends – renew your membership for two years and receive a $5 discount on your membership renewal for each year you renew. For example, renew as a Rosemary individual member for two years and pay $100 (normally $110).

This offer is not available online. Please phone, email, or write to our Friends Coordinator to take advantage of this offer.

Friends – about your membership

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COLLECTION DONATIONSWe have always relied on donations of objects that help explain the Australian experience of war. Before you send us anything, or before you come in to see us, please contact us by either phoning, emailing, or writing to the Accessions Officer.

MONETARY DONATIONS Donations to the Memorial are always welcome. Your donation will contribute to keeping the spirit alive for future generations by preserving and commemorating the Australian experience of war. You will also contribute to upholding the Australian War Memorial’s reputation as one of the world’s great museums.

All donations over $2 are tax deductible.

Donations can be made online or through the Friends Coordinator.

CONTACTS

FRIENDS COORDINATORE: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4523 F: (02) 6243 4585 GPO Box 345, Canberra ACT 2602 www.awm.gov.au/friends

OBJECT DONATIONS/THE ACCESSIONS OFFICERE: [email protected] P: (02) 6243 4590 GPO Box 345, Canberra ACT 2602

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*Up to two adults and any children under 16 years of age

ROSEMARYIndividual or pair

POPPYIndividual or pair

FAMILY FRIENDS*

CLUB/ ORGANISATION

Primary benefits

Membership card and lapel pin

Discounts at the Memorial

Shop and online

Wartime subscription

Free or discounted programs run at the

Memorial

Discount accommodation

Discounts at the Memorial cafés

Reserved seating at Anzac Day and

Remembrance Day ceremonies

Guided tours of the Memorial

Annual certificate of appreciation

Assistance with package deals

when visiting the Memorial

FRIENDS Membership form levels

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Please complete this form and return it to: Friends Coordinator, GPO Box 345, Canberra ACT 2601 or via fax: (02) 6243 4325

First member/organisation and contact person

Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss/Rank

Name:

Address:

Suburb:

State: Postcode:

Home ph: Work ph:

Email:

Date of birth (optional):

Second member (Family memberships only)

Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss/Rank

Name:

Email:

Additional family members (please include children’s birth dates)

Name:

Name:

Poppy membership (all prices inc. GST)

Individual $80 Individual $140 Pair $99 Pair $178 (one year) (two year) (one year) (two year)

Rosemary membership

Individual $55 Individual $100 Pair $77 Pair $144 (one year) (two year) (one year) (two year)

Family Friends membership(Up to two adults and any children under 16 years of age at the same address)

$110 (one year) $200 (two year)

Club/organisation membership

$120 (one year) $220 (two year)

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Payment detailsPlease find enclosed my cheque/money order for the amount:

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(please make payable to Australian War Memorial)orPlease charge my

Mastercard VisaFor the amount of:

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Card number:

Expiry date: /

Name on credit card:

Signature of cardholder:

Thank you for supporting the Australian War Memorial.

Please consider making a donation to the Australian War Memorial.All donations over $2 are tax deductible.

Additional donation

$20 $50 $80 $100

Other amount: $

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Voted TripAdvisor’s number one landmark in the

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