Mount Clarence Parklands — Attraction in Mount Clarence

Well its the 3rd of Sep 2020, Merchant navy day, and I'm in Albany which spouts that their town has a long history with the sea and marine life. with seafaring references all over the place, lots of admiralty anchors and marine gear scattered all over the town in spots as well as a very small monument to whats sometimes called the Fourth Service, The Merchant Navy. This monument supposedly to represent all who served and died in service. Its situated up at the National Anzac Centre located at the Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum at Mount Clarence, giving a token nod to the mariners that manned the transports and supply ships that took the ANZAC's to Egypt and eventually Gallipoli. But did I see one Red Ensign flying or even some respect given at this small insult of a memorial. NO. So I paid my respects left some flowers and said the ode myself only to be heckled by tourists and staff on why I was there and what was I...

Many walk trails throughout Mt Clarence, with some leading to the Desert Mounted Corps ANZAC memorial at the peak, which has stunning views. Water fountain at the top by the statues and toilets at the lower parking area. You can drive up to the memorial or there is parking at the lower area. Or you can walk / hike all the way from the...

The Parklands is part of the ANZAC Centre and hosts a number of captivating outdoor displays. A long walkway is lined with details of the many Naval vessels that departed Albany during the first fleet of WW1. Visitors can also get up close with the artillery canons and a restored bunker. The view over Albany is...