Historical information

Following World War One, the present Memorial Gates at the front of the Lara Recreation Reserve (opposite the service station), were erected and the names of 104 men and woman who enlisted from Lara Districts were added. Twenty four paid the supreme sacrifice. They were erected at a cost of £380 by Barklamb Brothers of Caulfield. His Excellency The Governor Lord Somers officially opened the gates on 22 December 1929. RSM Cadwell was in charge of the program. The ceremony involved a large gathering where Lord
Sommers inspected a guard of honour from the 23rd Battalion (City of Geelong Regiment). In addition to a parade of returned soldiers, music was provided by the Geelong City Band.

Significance

The gates commemorate the names of the 104 men and women of the Lara region who served in World War One.

Physical description

Rectangular shaped glass covered photo frame showing the memorial gates.

Inscriptions & markings

The gates commemorate the names of the 104 men and women of the Lara region who served in World War One.