Jjj4~ U STALIA
PRIME MINISTER
FOR MEDIA February 4, 1986
The Canberra National Memorials Committee has approved in
principle a proposal for the establishment of a memorial in
Canberra to commemorate the service to the nation of the
Australian Army.
The memorial, to be located in Anzac Parade, will be the subject
of a national design competition and has been scheduled to be
completed for unveiling during our Bicentennial year in 1988.
The proposal has been suggested by the Chief of the General Staff
in commemoration of the heroic achievement and sacrifice of
members of the Australian Army on behalf of the people of
Au st rali a.
The National Capital Development Commission will assist the
Committee by funding the memorial and by conducting the design
competition, details of which will be announced at a later date.
( Note: The Prime Minister is Chairman of the Canberra National
Memorials Committee.)
Hawke, Robert
Period of Service: 11/03/1983 - 20/12/1991
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Release Date:
04/02/1986
Release Type:
Media Release
Transcript ID:
6831
Document:
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