Avenue of Honour (World War I)

Location

Main Road (Old Western Highway) MYRNIONG, MOORABOOL SHIRE

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

An Avenue of Honour dedicated to those local people who served in the First World War.

It is of local historical significance in demonstrating a commemorative association with an international engagement in which it is said that Australia came of age, the effect on a close local community and its response and sacrifice in support of government action. It is aesthetically significant for the quality of its scenic beauty.

Finally, it is socially significant as known and valued by the community as part of the sense of identity of the place.

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Memorial