Gold Coast War Museum

Gold Coast War Museum The Gold Coast War Museum houses a large and varied collection

Trench warfare was one of the defining features of the First World War. Soldiers lived for weeks or even months in long,...
26/08/2026

Trench warfare was one of the defining features of the First World War. Soldiers lived for weeks or even months in long, narrow trenches, enduring mud, waterlogged conditions, disease, rats, and constant shellfire. While the trenches offered protection from enemy fire, life within them was physically demanding and mentally exhausting, making survival a daily challenge 🌹

On 18th August 1966, D Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment faced overwhelming odds during the Battle of Lo...
18/08/2026

On 18th August 1966, D Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment faced overwhelming odds during the Battle of Long Tan in South Vietnam. Their courage, determination, and teamwork have made this one of the most significant battles in Australia's military history.

Today, we remember those who served and the legacy they left behind 🌹

Few artefacts connect us to history as powerfully as the remains of an aircraft that once flew into battle. These wrecka...
12/08/2026

Few artefacts connect us to history as powerfully as the remains of an aircraft that once flew into battle. These wreckage fragments from Spitfire X4473, lost during the Battle of Britain in 1940, serve as a tangible reminder of the courage of the pilots who defended Britain during one of the Second World War's most pivotal campaigns.

Today, these rare pieces offer a unique connection to the past and the stories of those who served. Visit us to see these wreckage parts up close and explore our extensive collection of unique military artefacts, each with its own remarkable story to tell 🛩

More than words on a page, letters carried hope, comfort, and connection across great distances. They became a lifeline ...
05/08/2026

More than words on a page, letters carried hope, comfort, and connection across great distances. They became a lifeline between home and the front, preserving memories and reminding those who served that they were never forgotten 🌹📜

They kept the lines of communication open when every message mattered. Signal operators transmitted orders, coordinated ...
29/07/2026

They kept the lines of communication open when every message mattered.

Signal operators transmitted orders, coordinated troop movements, and relayed vital intelligence across the battlefield, often under dangerous conditions.

Their skill, precision, and dedication helped keep operations running and played a crucial role in the success of military campaigns 📶

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! đź“°Step back in time as The Dispatch revisits notable events, battles, and milestones fro...
21/07/2026

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! đź“°

Step back in time as The Dispatch revisits notable events, battles, and milestones from military history.
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Today we remember the opening stages of the Kokoda Campaign, one of the most significant chapters in Australia's military history. Fought across rugged mountains and dense jungle, the campaign tested the endurance, courage, and determination of those who served.

Lest we forget 🌹

The Slouch Hat was designed to provide protection from the harsh Australian sun while serving in the field. Its distinct...
15/07/2026

The Slouch Hat was designed to provide protection from the harsh Australian sun while serving in the field. Its distinctive turned-up brim originally allowed soldiers to carry rifles comfortably over their shoulder, but over time it became one of the most recognisable symbols of Australian military service, representing tradition, identity, and pride 🎖

Make the most of your weekend before the school holidays set sail. Visit the Gold Coast War Museum! âš“Kids can step into ...
10/07/2026

Make the most of your weekend before the school holidays set sail. Visit the Gold Coast War Museum! âš“

Kids can step into our brand-new sailor dress-ups and take a fun photo as they imagine life at sea. It’s a great hands-on way to create a memorable holiday souvenir while exploring stories of naval history.

Be sure to visit, dress up, and capture the moment! 🌊

Worn by Australian troops in the harsh conditions of the Kokoda Campaign during WWII, these jungle cleat boots were desi...
08/07/2026

Worn by Australian troops in the harsh conditions of the Kokoda Campaign during WWII, these jungle cleat boots were designed to provide grip, durability, and support across some of the most difficult terrain in the Pacific.

A powerful reminder of the endurance and resilience of those who served, you can see these boots up close at the Gold Coast War Museum, along with many other unique artefacts from Australia’s military history 👢

Step into the arena these school holidays at the Gold Coast War Museum! ⚔Kids can gear up in our brand-new gladiator dre...
06/07/2026

Step into the arena these school holidays at the Gold Coast War Museum! âš”

Kids can gear up in our brand-new gladiator dress-up and take an epic photo as they step back into the world of ancient warriors. It’s a fun, hands-on way to capture a memorable holiday souvenir while exploring history in a whole new way.

Don’t miss it—visit us these school holidays for an experience like no other! 🛡️

Address

42 John Rogers Road
Mudgeeraba, QLD
4213

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

0755305464

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