Discover the stories of Port Stephens during WWII

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The Tomaree Museum Association invites you to an ANZAC tribute exhibition, held at the Port Stephens Visitor Centre from Monday 14 April to Friday 9 May 2025.

This exhibition brings to life the personal experiences of local heroes, featuring:

  • Explore the the remarkable story of Flight Lieutenant Donald Howard a Port Stephens resident who survived a harrowing crash in Papua New Guinea and lived to the age of 101 (includes memorabilia of a Catalina flying boat pilot).
  • Trace the footsteps of Lieutenant Mathieson, an army transport driver and amphibious truck platoon commander, whose service spanned the Middle East and the Pacific.
  • View military uniforms, artefacts, and informative banners detailing wartime training and defences in the Port Stephens region and amphibious landing training in the bay with the U.S. Army.
  • Watch powerful video interviews with servicemen who served on HMAS Manora during WWII.
  • We also honour the contributions of all Port Stephens-connected veterans who served in post-WWII conflicts and peacekeeping missions.

Location: Port Stephens Visitor Centre, Nelson Bay

Date and Time

14 Apr 2025, 12:00 am

Location

Port Stephens Visitor Information Centre

60 Victoria Parade, Nelson Bay NSW 2315