Doors reopen to local history

THE Meredith History Interest Group are inviting the public into their heritage bluestone building for their open day on Sunday, 15 May.

People can walk the halls and learn about the history of Meredith and surrounds, and the group’s president Margaret Cooper said it will provide a great way to reintroduce themselves to the community.

“People who don’t normally come in will feel welcome to do just that. There’s a lot of rich history to Meredith and so this is a special day to showcase that,” she said.

“We haven’t held one of these since before COVID so it helps to let more people know we’re here and to highlight what we do.

“And we haven’t set a line around what we cover. Even things down in Shelford, Elaine and Lethbridge, Steiglitz and the surrounds we include, so it’s relevant to the broader community.”

Ledger books and historical minutes will be on display in cases made especially for the event, and the group’s self-produced historical books and films will be available for purchase.

The group traditionally operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and with 70 members and a committee of nine people, Mrs Cooper said they have provided a helpful service for the community since 2008.

“New people in town have come in previously wanting to know who lived in their house and where the town’s name came from,” she said.

“It’ll be good for them to meet some of us and get to know a bit about the town. We don’t put the scones, jam and cream out on any regular day.”

The Meredith History Interest Group’s open day will take place from 10am to 3pm at 31 Staughton Street.