The Meredith History Interest Group (MHIG) started in 2008.
The Meredith History Interest Group preserves, records and exhibits the history of Meredith and District .
The MHIG provides the opportunity to locals and visitors an understanding of the town of Meredith and its people, past and present.
The MHIG holds records of pioneering families, early industry, businesses, festivals and events and buildings.
The MHIG is committed to preserving local history through the development and preservation of a collection of historical documents, artifacts, manuscripts and memorabilia.
It is the aim of the MHIG to expand individual and collective knowledge about our unique local heritage, resulting in a greater sense of community and civic pride.
From modest beginnings, the organization has grown to a membership of around 100.
MHIG is run by an active group of volunteers and welcomes members to our working parties. Volunteer groups contribute to preserving and displaying the history of Meredith through answering research requests, hosting exhibits, educational programs and publications.
We maintain a research library of past and current literature on the history of Meredith and District.
The MHIG publishes a regular newsletter which contains articles on topics of local interest, historical and heritage matters, research reports and information about exhibitions and events held.
The MHIG meets on a regular basis for meetings and events at the Old Shire Hall or the Memorial Hall in Meredith.
Meetings:
Committee Meetings: Third Tuesday of the Month 10.00am
General Meetings: At least four meetings per year, March, May, August and December.
Extraordinary Meetings: Date and times at the discretion of the Committee.
Volunteers meet every Tuesdays & Thursdays to catalogue, research, organize events and welcome visitors.
The committee for 2026 is as follows:
President Marg Cooper
Vice-president Darren Guthrie
Secretary Andre Konarski
Treasurer Gail Hadley
Committee Bev Loveday ( Gardener & Artistic Developer )
Committee Paul Ryan ( Maintenance)
Committee Tony Scott ( Newsletter Editor)
Committee Nick Bond ( Historical Record Archivist )
Committee Alan Caddy
Life Members
Marg Cooper
Fay McFarlane
Annual General Meeting President’s Report
Marg Cooper
The 2025 Annual report will be posted shortly.

