The Memorial Statue Project has now been completed. Well done to all involved. Ossie Kleinig (Dec 57) has compiled his last report that provides the current situation in relation to the project.
Thank you Ossie for all your efforts and for being the driving force behind the project.
You can read that report here.
The following is a post by John Goodchap from the OCS Facebook page for those not into social media.
Anzac Day 2021 OCS Portsea Memorial Statue – Graduates of Jun 74 laid a wreath at 1000hrs in remembrance of those who paid the supreme sacrifice. Attendees were (left to right) Bernie Hartley (wreath layer) representing NZ, John Goodchap and Colin Judge. Portsea was at its best weather wise, being crisp and sunny. As can be seen in the photo the statue is attracting attention as on arrival another wreath and single rose was already at the site. Hopefully this will be a continuing trend. LEST WE FORGET
Well done that team. Perhaps the start of a tradition?
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No 18 Web Ver
In addition, here are a couple of photos with grass surrounding the foundations. Progress is taking place as we await arrival of the finished statue.
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No 17
In addition, here are a couple of photos of the plinth now in place. Just waiting for the statue to be finalised. Please note that new turf will be laid around the foundations once the statue is in place.
The progress towards having the statue in place at Portsea is under way.
Previous reports have indicated that there have been several rounds of work on the preparation for casting the statue. This is now nearing the final stages with the pouring to take place shortly.
Work has also begun at Portsea to build the footings for the statue. The photos below show :
Work will continue to finish the footings and then once the statue arrives, it will be mounted. Timeframes depend on current pandemic restrictions.
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No 16 less Annex A
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No15
The statue is under construction with the clay model nearing completion and preparations being made for installation.
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No14
The approvals have been given and contracts are being finalised.
Well done to the team.
Here is the latest update. Progress Report No13 Final
The approvals have been given and contracts are being finalised.
Well done to the team.
A$25M world class marine and coastal research centre is the latest plan for an historic quarantine station on the Mornington Peninsula.
Read more in the clipping below.
Thanks to Peter Haddad for the information.
