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New South Wales

World War II Gun Pits

New South Wales

World War II Gun Pits

Highlight • Historical Site

World War II Gun Pits

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Sydney Harbour National Park

Location: New South Wales, Australia

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March 20, 2026

The World War II Gun Pits at North Head are concrete coastal defence emplacements built to help protect Sydney Harbour during the war. The four pits sit in exposed positions overlooking the ocean, reflecting their strategic role in monitoring and defence. Today, the remains are open to visitors and are a stark historical contrast to the surrounding coastal landscape.

January 2, 2025

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Towards the end of the Shelly Headland Trail you pass various bunkers that were used as anti-aircraft and cannon trenches during the Second World War.

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: New South Wales, Australia

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