In July 1920 the Goulburn community decided that a public ‘soldier’s memorial’ should be built to commemorate those who served in the First World War. The Rocky Hill War Memorial was built by public subscription as a lasting tribute to the men and women of Goulburn who served during this conflict. Officially opened by the Governor of NSW on the 15th December 1925, the memorial cost £5,500 to build. Inside the tower is a tablet inscribed with the names of those who enlisted from this district.
The Rocky Hill War Memorial is a square tower of stone conglomerate and concrete. It stands at a height of 20 metres above the top of Rocky Hill. The lookout gallery at the top of the Memorial provides spectacular views over the city of Goulburn and surrounding district. The collection of objects, memorabilia, military heraldry and technology, allocated to the city of Goulburn after the First World War, as well as collections related to Goulburn’s association with subsequent wars, is housed in the nearby Rocky Hill Museum. Each object tells a unique story, of survival and the history of warfare. The Rocky Hill War Memorial (which includes the tower and Rocky Hill) is listed on the Register of the National Estate.
Opening Time
The lookout is open 7 days per week from 7am to 5pm. The Rocky Hill War Memorial tower and Rocky Hill museum are open to the public from 10am to 4pm on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. Entry is gold coin donation.
