Acacia Ridge Air Raid Shelter

The Acacia Ridge Air Raid Shelter is a concrete bunker built into the north side of Archerfield Quarry with two main walls and a lower outer barrier wall. Rectangular openings in the outer wall provided ventilation and emergency exits for those sheltering inside.

The bunker was built between 1942 and 1943 by the Allied Works Council to protect military personnel from Japanese air attacks near Archerfield aerodrome. It was part of Australia's defense preparations during World War II.

The shelter reflects how people in Queensland changed their surroundings during wartime to seek protection. It shows the community's role in adapting everyday spaces for defense during global conflict.

The site is located on Mortimer Road and can be accessed through Brisbane City Council information and online mapping services. Visitors should verify access conditions in advance, as this is a protected heritage site.

Excavations in 1992 uncovered aircraft parts, ammunition, and other wartime artifacts from the surrounding area. These discoveries provide insight into the everyday reality of air raids and military operations in the region.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.57700,153.01600

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:00