A site visit gives you an opportunity not only to see the buildings, but also to consider how the location and natural surrounds framed arrival experiences. Block 19 Bonegilla is set out as part of a typical Second World War military war camp. It was used, first, as army headquarters and, then, as the migrant centre staff block. The army continued to use and maintain Block 19 into the 1990s, well after the migrant centre closed. Block 19’s survival to the present day makes it a rare but representative example of post-war migrant accommodation camps. There are few buildings, if any, still existing at other post-war migrant accommodation places.

Open seven days a week, 10am to 4pm.

Check for extended times during public or school holidays on (02) 6020 6912.

Self-guided tour brochures are available at the Beginning Place and at the visitor centre.

• Classes/Education
• Family/Kid-friendly
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• The Arts

• Free
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• Phone 0413 862676