Kokoda Track memorial desecrated

The desecration of a Kokoda Track war memorial in Sydney was an un-Australian act
and those responsible should hang their heads in shame, NSW Opposition leader Barry
O'Farrell says.
The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway, which links Concord Hospital and Rhodes train
station in Sydney's west, was vandalised sometime between Friday night and Saturday
morning.
Graffiti was sprayed on parts of the site and CCTV cameras were smashed.
The memorial spans 800 metres and includes a centrepiece structure of granite walls
and 22 stations that represent important battles fought during World War II.
It has been a constant target of vandals since it opened in 1995.
Mr O'Farrell, who recently walked the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea, said the
"heartless" attackers should be immediately brought to justice.
"Walking the Kokoda Trail gave my family and I a new appreciation of the sacrifices
made during World War II, and it's devastating to think there are people in our
community who would want to disrespect that," he said in a statement.
Mr O'Farrell said memorials were a place to reflect on the courage, mateship,
sacrifice and endurance of those who have fought for Australia.
"Those responsible for this brazen attack have shown none of those great
characteristics," he said.
Anyone with information about the attack is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.