Big Things in Store Videos

The Australian War Memorial unlocks the doors to its extensive storage facility in Canberra, with its event Big Things in Store. This is a rare opportunity for the public to explore the Memorial’s vast collection that spans centuries, including artillery pieces dating from the mid-1870s, as well as artefacts from the twentieth century and more recent conflicts.
 

Step inside the Treloar Technology Centre

Mel Coen, Head, Collection Services, Australian War Memorial, takes viewers inside the Memorial’s fascinating storage facility – the Treloar Technology Centre.

Learn about some of the large technology objects on display at Big Things in Store.

Kim Wood, Large Technology Conservator, Australian War Memorial, shares his personal story and connection to the FA-18 Classic Hornet and details its role in the Royal Australian Air Force.

Shane Casey, Senior Curator, Australian War Memorial, shares the story behind the Lancaster bomber, G for George and takes viewers up close to this important object from our collection.
Learn more about the Lancaster here.

Wing Commander Michael Garside, Australian War Memorial Air Force Fellow, explores a major piece of Australian aviation history; the F-111.

Nick Fletcher, Head, Military Heraldry and Technology, takes viewers inside the Memorial’s Chinook CH-47D Helicopter and shares some its unique details and features.