The Mount Macedon Memorial Cross is a 21-metre-high monument situated near the summit of Mount Macedon, approximately 65 km northwest of Melbourne. Established in 1935 by local resident William Cameron, the cross was built to honour Australian soldiers who lost their lives in World War I and to provide employment during the Great Depression.

Perched at 1,001 metres above sea level, the cross offers panoramic views across the southern plains towards Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay. It is considered Victoria’s most significant war memorial after Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance and serves as a focal point for Anzac Day dawn services, attracting large crowds annually.

The original structure, clad in pale yellow Wunderlich terracotta tiles, withstood bushfires and lightning strikes but was replaced in 1995 with a reinforced concrete replica to ensure longevity. Accessible via a short sealed path from the car park at the end of Cameron Drive, the site includes picnic areas, walking trails, and the nearby Top of the Range Tea Rooms, making it a popular destination for both reflection and recreation.