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The Memorial Arch is a tribute to the World War One servicemen who built the Great Ocean Road. The present arch is the third built to replace the second one destroyed in the Ash Wednesday bushfires of February 1983. The timber log archway with cement and stone supports on each side spans the Great Ocean Road.

The Great Ocean was completed in 1932 as a memorial to those who served in World War One and the arch was first erected in 1939 as a memorial to Mr W.B McCormack, honorary engineer to the Great Ocean Road Trust. A plaque unveiled on the arch in 1939 commemorated those who served in World War One.

The arch was replaced in 1973 and again in 1983 when bush fires destroyed the second arch. Plaques commemorate the three arches and the 50th anniversary in 1982 of the opening of the road. A memorial plaque was unveiled near the arch on the 75th Anniversary of the opening of the road.

What People Are Saying

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"Went on the Great Ocean Road tour with friends and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Our tour guide, Rachael, was engaging and very entertaining - some singing bits here and there, and lots of funny anecdotes. Tour went as scheduled, and we had plenty of time to enjoy each stop. Definitely made our Melbourne visit memorable. :)"
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"We spent an outstanding day on this tour. Adam provided a great amount of relevant information with gentle, respectful humor. He engaged the tour guests pleasantly while driving very safely, including while confronting some intense squalls.. The music he played was topical and fun. Yes, it's a "long and winding road", but the sites visited provide an excellent, unique experience for any age. We highly recommend this tour."
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"Tour With guide mate Alex is fantastic, great music,fun and guildence fulfilled. Highly recommended!"
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"We had a wonderful time on this Great Ocean Road Sunset tour. Juliet, our tour guide has been super helpful and fun throughout the trip."

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