Sarina War Memorial (Digger)

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The life-sized digger standing with head bowed and arms reversed is on top of a many stepped base, surrounded by a pipe and chain fence. It is situated in a small, treed park dividing the highways from the main shopping centre. Names listed: 24 Died, 90 Returned. Additional Information This memorial has outstanding significance: as the Sarina Soldiers Monument; as a regional war memorial at the junction of two major highways (Bruce and Peak Downs); as an early example of the work of Melrose & Fenwick, masons, Townsville; as an historical record of local participation and sacrifice in war. Dedicated in 1919.