Yambuk Avro Anson Crash Memorial

The Yambuk Avro Anson Crash Memorial is a war memorial at The Crags in Victoria featuring a bluestone base and bronze plaque. It overlooks Lady Julia Percy Island and marks the approximate location where a military aircraft came down in 1944.

The crash occurred on February 15, 1944, when a Royal Australian Air Force Avro Anson aircraft came down during a navigation exercise. Four crew members lost their lives in the incident.

The stone was hand-crafted by stonemason Ian Knowles and shows how the local community preserves the story of military aviation on Victoria's coast. Visitors come here to remember the crew and feel the connection between the sea and this tragic event.

The memorial is easily reached through The Crags Car Park, which sits above the memorial site. The location is open and exposed to weather, so visitors should dress appropriately and be prepared for coastal conditions.

Aircraft wreckage remained on the ocean floor until the late 20th century, where it was discovered by local abalone divers. This discovery led to the initiative for building the memorial stone.

Location: Victoria

GPS coordinates: -38.37109,142.11120

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:22