Newcastle was seen as a strategic commercial and industrial target by the Japanese.
Fort Scratchley's massive guns went into action against the Japanese submarine during World War 2, earning it distinction as the only fort on the Australian coast to have fired in anger.
These guns now have pride of place at this historic site and are occasionally used for ceremonial purposes or to welcome a cruise ship when its sails into the harbour.
The Fort is undergoing refurbishment and is currently not open to the public.
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