Credits

HMAS Sydney (II) Virtual Memorial Website

The HMAS Sydney (II) Virtual Memorial Website is a joint project by the Finding Sydney Foundation and the Naval Association of Australia (NAA). It was designed and developed by the Glenfield Digital Group.

The website was launched and has seen millions of visitors globally.

Production Team (–)

Website Management
  • Richard Sojka
  • Bob Trotter
  • Glenys McDonald
  • Les Dwyer
Designer
  • Richard Sojka
Information Management
  • Sandra Sojka
Programming
  • Colin Allen
  • Richard Sojka
Historical Consultant
  • John Perryman

The Remaster

The remastering of the HMAS Sydney (II) Virtual Memorial and Finding Sydney websites marked a significant step forward in preserving and presenting this important chapter of Australia’s naval history. By bringing the two legacy websites together into a single, modern platform, the project delivered a streamlined and intuitive user experience that is accessible across all devices. The updated design and improved navigation ensure that visitors can engage more easily with the stories, records, and historical material associated with HMAS Sydney (II).

A key outcome of the remastering was the digital restoration and enhancement of archival content. Images, documents, and video materials were remastered to high-definition, archival standards, including previously unpublished footage and interviews. This work not only improved the visual quality of the material but also ensured its long-term preservation, allowing future generations to access and appreciate these records in a format suitable for both online viewing and print.

The redevelopment also strengthened the site’s compliance with modern digital standards. With secure Australian-based hosting, improved data preservation practices, and adherence to legislative requirements such as the Archives Act and Privacy Act , the website now provides a stable and secure environment for historical content. Accessibility improvements and the removal of outdated technologies have further ensured that the site remains usable and relevant in an evolving digital landscape.

Importantly, the remastering introduced a greater emphasis on cultural sensitivity and community engagement. The updated platform incorporates respectful practices, including appropriate acknowledgements and Indigenous content considerations, while also opening opportunities for public interaction through tribute features and educational resources. Together, these enhancements reinforce the website’s role as a living memorial—one that continues to honour the crew of HMAS Sydney (II) while engaging and educating a broad and diverse audience.

Production Team ()

Website Management
  • Richard Sojka
  • Sandra Sojka
  • Gordon Fuller
Advisory
  • Bob Trotter
Designers
  • Richard Sojka
  • Joshua Rospondek
Policies & Compliance
  • Sandra Sojka
Information Management
  • Sandra Sojka
  • Joshua Rospondek
Programming
  • Joshua Rospondek

Special Thanks

The NAA would like to thank the Royal Australian Navy’s Sea Power Centre, the National Archives of Australia, the Australian War Memorial, the Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Microsoft, LightGallery, and the Glenfield Digital Group for their assistance. Their valued support has made this website available to the global public and for future generations.

On 1 December 2021, Richard Sojka, Managing Director of the Glenfield Digital Group, was recognised for his pro bono work in commemorating the HMAS Sydney (II) and was awarded Honorary Life Membership of the NAA.

Lest We Forget the 645 men who gave their lives on , in service for the country on HMAS Sydney (II).