HMAS Sydney II Memorial

The HMAS Sydney II Memorial is a nationally significant war memorial located on Mount Scott overlooking Geraldton in Western Australia. Dedicated to the 645 sailors lost when HMAS Sydney II was sunk off the Western Australian coast on 19 November 1941, it is Australia's principal memorial to the tragedy. The hilltop site features symbolic elements including the Dome of Souls, Stele, Wall of Remembrance and Pool of Remembrance, offering reflective spaces and panoramic views over the city and Indian Ocean.

Visitors can expect a hilltop memorial precinct on Mount Scott with panoramic views over Geraldton and the Indian Ocean. The site comprises four main elements: the Stele (a granite column representing the ship's prow), the Wall of Remembrance listing the 645 crew, the Pool of Remembrance, and the iconic Dome of Souls with 645 stainless steel seagulls. Paved walkways, interpretive panels, seating and landscaped surrounds allow for self-guided reflection, photography and sightseeing.