C.1926 war memorial monument constructed of imported Scottish red granite with c.1926 commemorative plaque and later brass plaque commemorating the township’s contribution to World War Two. Site surrounded by brick paving with Australian Military Forces paving insert to immediate west of monument installed after 2014.
The Willunga War Memorial, 4-8 Aldinga Road (Main Road) Willunga is of significance as a commemorative site that recognises and celebrates the contributions of Willunga’s citizens to the events of the First and Second World Wars. The 1926 monument effectively represents the effects of these conflicts upon the local population, while demonstrating a strong local community spirit.
War Memorial, Main Road, Willunga (GGA, 2021) (JPG, 141KB)
Site of War Memorial, 4-8 Aldinga Road (Main Road), Willunga (Planning SA SAPPA) (JPG, 79KB)
Soldier’s Memorial. Willunga (photo reproduced in the Chronicle newspaper, Sat 22 May 1926) (SLSA B 3457) (JPG, 67KB)
WWI memorial plaque located on west side of monument (GGA, 2021). (JPG, 211KB)
WWII memorial plaque located on north side of monument (GGA, 2021). (JPG, 226KB)
Alt 11 Main Road, Willunga 5172 View Map
Alt 11 Main Road , Willunga 5172