The following formal submission have been made public
Submitter: Hugh and Janny Poate (updated)New Southern Entrance
NOTE: This submission is to replace the submission of 9 September 2021 which was in the sole name of Hugh Poate.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.
Bean Building Extension and Central Energy Plant
NOTE: This submission is to replace the submission of 9 September 2021 which was in the sole name of Hugh Poate.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.
Anzac Hall and Glazed Link
NOTE: This submission is to replace the submission of 9 September 2021 which was in the sole name of Hugh Poate.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.
We fully support the AWM Redevelopment Project. It also has bipartisan support of the Liberal Government and Labor opposition, both of which comprise elected representatives of the general public. The cost is approximately equal to the cost of just one F 35 joint fighter aircraft. We understand the airframe of this aircraft has recently had its life reduced by approximately 50%. By contrast, the AWM will be standing forever as a reminder of the sacrifices of 102,800 ADF personnel who have so far lost their lives in fighting wars for the freedoms which current generations of Australians enjoy, and future generations will enjoy.
The AWM needs more space to be able to accommodate memorabilia which tells the stories of all wars in which this nation has been involved, particularly the more contemporary wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and various peace keeping operations. Present and future planned exhibits and dioramas tell the story of each war in which Australia has participated. These exhibits allow contemporary veterans of the Vietnam War and our most recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to reflect on their service for this nation, and the toll of their service. The expanded exhibits will also allow the public to have a greater appreciation for the cost of war in terms of lives lost. The AWM does not glorify any of these wars, it tells their stories. It informs the public of the cost of wars in terms of lives lost and what, if anything, was gained.
Despite the efforts of all those ADF personnel who served this country in all wars, world peace still remains as elusive as ever. It is highly likely there will be even more wars in time to come.
We are aware of submissions and public comments opposing redevelopment of ANZAC Hall, primarily on the basis of its architectural significance. We believe that such opposition reflects subjective views of a very small section of the community. Furthermore, these views do not adequately reflect the main purpose of the AWM which is to be a place for remembrance of the wars in which Australian lives were lost, the tools of war used by our forces, and the nature of the enemies our ADF personnel faced. The original planning and architecture of the building which was completed in 1941 has since been overtaken by events of further wars in which ADF personnel have served. The AWM building needs to be restructured accordingly.
We are fortunate to live in a democracy in which all citizens are able to express their views. However, it needs to be born in mind that in our democratic system, we must accept that the majority of views should carry/support the decisions made, and those to be made.