Background

Why are we moving the Cenotaph?

Currently, the memorial sits dangerously close to the Huon Highway, creating serious safety risks for people attending dawn services and other commemorative events.

Due to the serious safety concerns, no future ceremonies can be held at this location until an alternative is found.

How will we fund it?

The 'Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program' is open and Council is seeking funding from this program for the relocation of the Franklin Cenotaph with a proposed budget of $80,000 to $90,000.

This grant funding would allow us to move the Cenotaph from its current location to a more suitable and safe location at the Village Green.

If council is not successful in obtaining grant funding, we will continue to seek future funding from other avenues to support this project.

We want to hear from you about:

• Relocation of the memorial within the Village Green
• What additional features would enhance the new site (seating, pathways, gardens)
• How the surrounding area should be designed
• Your priorities for the new memorial space