Experience History in 3D: ‘Fire on the Water’

Name: Experience History in 3D: ‘Fire on the Water’
Start: 2025-12-18T09:00:00+08:00
End: 2025-12-18T16:00:00+08:00
Location: Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery & Visitor Information Centre

Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery & Visitor Information Centre, Denham, Western AustraliaThu, 18 Dec 2025, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

About this event

Step into a pivotal moment in Australian naval history with their immersive 3D film, 'Fire on the Water' film. This powerful cinematic experience tells the dramatic story of the WWII battle between HMAS Sydney II and the German raider HSK Kormoran, one of Australia's most enduring maritime mysteries. This moment in time is considered Australia's greatest Naval disaster.

Screened every 30 minutes in the dedicated Rose de Freycinet Gallery, this free, permanent exhibition allows visitors of all ages to engage with this important historical event in a visually compelling and educational format.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student, or a curious traveller, 'Fire on the Water' offers a moving insight into a significant chapter of our nation's past. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the legacy of HMAS Sydney II through state-of-the-art 3D storytelling.

Visit them at the Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery & Visitor Centre and experience history like never before.

Exclusive to the Shark Bay World Heritage Discovery & Visitor Centre: The exhibit is permanent, free and screens every half hour during opening hours. Astonishing deep-sea 3D imagery reveals the fate of the Australian warship HMAS Sydney (II) and the German raider Kormoran, tracing the events of their World War II battle off Shark Bay.

Accessibility at this event

Companion Card acceptedDisability awareness training for staffAccessibility information publishedAsks visitors about specific access needsWebsite meets WCAG 2.0Tour guides trained in accessibilityAssistance available when bookingStaff trained in accessibilityPlain English informationQuiet space availableUse floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smoothUse non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant mattingHave grab rails in the bathroomSeating in common areasStep-free pathwaysStep-free main entranceHave step free access to the conference or function roomAccessible theatre seatingEasy-grip door handlesAccessible toilet

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Event information courtesy of the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW).

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