9th Battalions War Memorial Museum

13/05/2026

After a lot of preparation over the past few weeks we've finally been able to relocate the 105mm howitzer to a new position near the gate, and thanks to a lot of muscle power from some soldiers of 7CSSB, they pushed and steered the 40mm Bofors gun into its new location inside building E71 where it can be displayed away from the effects of the weather. This will give us extra visitor parking spaces on the parade ground.

25/04/2026

9th Battalion's History

The 9th Battalion was a Queensland-raised infantry unit formed in August 1914 as part of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, Australian Imperial Force.
Gallipoli
The battalion was among the first ANZAC troops ashore at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. It landed near Anzac Cove at about 4:28 am, just south of Ari Burnu, and fought throughout the campaign until the evacuation in December 1915.
One of its notable members, Lieutenant Duncan Chapman is often identified as one of the first soldiers ashore.

Western Front
After Gallipoli, the 9th Battalion served on the Western Front in France and Belgium, taking part in major battles including:

- Pozières
- Messines
- Ypres
- The Hindenburg Line

The battalion earned a strong reputation for its service and sacrifice during the war.

Legacy
The unit is remembered in Queensland through memorials such as Anzac Square and through the Ninth Battalions Association Inc. Its traditions continue in the modern 9th Battalion, Royal Queensland Regiment (9 RQR).

Later Record
The battalion’s story was recorded in The Fighting Ninth, originally associated with 9th Battalion News, established in 1947. The battalion suffered heavy casualties, and many veterans experienced long-term health effects after the war.

The history of the Ninth Battalions can be found at our Ninth Battalions War Memorial Museum, located at Enoggera Gallipoli Base.

Opening Hours
-Wednesdays: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
-Other times: Available for groups by appointment

To make a visit contact-
- Ron: 0415 506 041
- Chris:0407 741 041

08/04/2026

Another job done. Getting our
Bofors Gun painted ready to be move indoors.

Still looking for Volunteers to help out at the museum once a week. If your interested give Ron a call on 0415506041

01/04/2026

A great visit today by twenty young people taking part in the Defence Work Experience Program. They were all fascinated by the range of artefacts and equipment displayed within the museum and the questions and interest shown was encouraging. We wish them good luck as they make decisions along a career path.

27/03/2026

04/03/2026

The Ninth Battalions War Memorial Museum is making great strides in cataloging its extensive collection! With 1,500 items already cataloged and thousands more to go, we are providing a valuable resource for researchers, historians, and the general public interested in military history.

Using eHive for collection cataloging system is an excellent choice, as it allows for easy access from any device and enhances the visibility of our items online. This platform can not only help us in organizing and managing our collection but also facilitates future acquisitions and public engagement.

If anyone is interested in exploring the museum's collection, they can visit our eHive page at https://ehive.com/collections/205167/9th-battalions-war-memorial-museum

To see the fascinating array of photos, books, artifacts, weapons, and more that our museum has to offer

The museum covers the history of the 9th Battalions since 1867 with artefacts and memorabilia from the First Queenslanders, Boer War, the 9th Battalion A.I.F. (WWI), 2/9th Battalion A.I.F., 9th Battalion (The Moreton Regiment) WWII, 9RAR, 8/9RAR and through to present serving unit 9RQR. We are locat...

28/02/2026

The Gallipoli Barracks Open Day.

The Army's 125th birthday is on 1 March 2026. Its 125th Open Day events will be held at Enoggera Gallipoli Barracks on Saturday 14 March 2026 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm

What’s on -
The event will include a range of displays from artillery, armour, signals, transport and engineering units, as well as infantry and medical teams, along with performances by the Australian Army Band, a planned 35 Squadron flypast, military re‑enactments, community and veteran organisations, historical military vehicles and a variety of amusement activities such as rides, a rock‑climbing tower, a giant swing and a giant slide.

In previous years, tickets have been snapped up very quickly, so be sure to secure yours early. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please remember to cancel your tickets so another family has the chance to go.

Find more details and ticket information here: https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/gallipoli-barracks-open-day/

Where: Gallipoli Barracks, Harlock Drive, Enoggera 4051

Cost: Free ticketed event

📸 Australian Army
Don’t miss the fireworks display at 6:45 pm

22/01/2026

Thanks to Elizabeth Watson-Brown our local MP for facilitating the Community Service Grant which enabled us to purchase mannequins and head busts to better display uniforms of soldiers from all periods in which the 9th Battalions have served, as well as those of past Queensland Governors which have been donated to the museum.

09/11/2025

The Clifton Gun, a historical cannon with profound ties to Queensland's history, has been prominently relocated to the entrance of Gallipoli Barracks in Enoggera. Previously housed at the Ninth Battalions War Memorial Museum within Gallipoli Barracks since its reopening on July 24, 2010, the cannon's new placement was unveiled today, November 9, 2025. This circa 1797 cannon is one of 12 guns dispatched by Queen Victoria dispatched 1861, arrived in Brisbane 1862. to bolster the defense of the Queensland colony.

The 7th Brigade, in partnership with the Samford Museum, spearheaded the restoration of this significant artefact, ensuring its preservation for posterity. Its new position at the barracks’ entrance enriches the historical fabric of the area while honouring local heritage and the longstanding ties between Queensland and its colonial legacy. The cannon now stands as a prominent historical symbol for all who enter the site.

The unveiling ceremony was officially conducted by Brisbane’s Own 7th Brigade, led by Brigadier GJS Cornelia, DSM, CSM, Brigade Commander, and Senior ADF Officer, along with Warrant Officer Class One N Cole, Brigade Regimental Sergeant Major. This event marks a new chapter in celebrating the historic and cultural significance of the Clifton Gun in Queensland's narrative.