Melbourne at war

Uncover Melbourne’s role in World War 1 with this immersive audio tour of historic CBD sites that shaped the home front.

Flinders Street Station during WW1 SLV H99.100/1 Credit: State Library of Victoria

Explore Melbourne's hidden history during World War I with this audio tour.

Australia fought as part of the British Empire from 1914 to 1918. This tour reveals how key sites in Melbourne's CBD supported the war effort, highlighting the contributions of those on the home front who never saw battle.  

Visit 7 important locations at your own pace or take the full one-hour tour. Each stop includes audio, text and images.  

This tour was commissioned by the Heritage Council of Victoria to commemorate the centenary of the war. 

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