Wilma Spence’s father, Albert Kemp, is buried in the Gaza War Cemetery. Recent satellite photos show that large sections of the cemetery have been damaged, and Spence believes Israeli military bulldozers destroyed her father’s grave.

An Israeli military spokesperson stated that troops took "operational measures" in the area to remove potential threats. Spence is now calling on the Australian government to investigate the situation. She wants officials to pressure Israel to let experts enter the site and assess the full extent of the destruction.

A spokesperson for the Australian Department of Veterans' Affairs confirmed that the cemetery has suffered significant damage, including to the graves of Australian soldiers. The department stated that repairs will begin as soon as it is safe to enter the area.