High Country Events

12/11/2024

12/11/2024

The first stage of the museum build has been completed. Join us in celebrating on Friday 13 December from 3-6pm for a free community event. BBQ kindly provided by Rotary.

This will be your last chance to purchase an engraved landscape paver and be part of Mansfield's history.

19/06/2024

29/04/2024

For bookings, please go to https://bit.ly/3UeYR8W

23/04/2024

Review By Joan Tehan on The Making of an Outlaw - Ned Kelly.

Moment of truth brings knowledge and goodwill

Mansfield witnessed its own moment of truth with the coming together of descendants of the police and outlaws involved in the 1878 Stringybark Creek massacre. It is 146 years since three local policemen were ambushed and killed at Stringybark Creek by Ned Kelly and his gang, but the pain, grief and in some cases, shame, of that tragic day are still felt and carried by members of those
families. Over time, elements of the true story have been lost in the romanticisation and colourful legends of bushrangers roaming the rugged mountains of North East Victoria. That trivialisation has increased the impact for survivors.

The dinner was organised by the Mansfield Historical Society following the tour to various sites around Stringybark Creek. It provided some compelling moments and deep insights as the families shared the stage to talk frankly of their mutual respect, areas of agreement and disagreement and a joint commitment to seek the truth and stories of what really happened around
those events. Leo Kennedy and Noeleen Lloyd were open and thoughtful in answering questions from a captivated audience of historian enthusiasts, some with links to the families involved.
By the end of the night, we felt like witnesses to an unfolding drama with a tragic outcome. We related to the victims on both sides, feeling their grief but were uplifted by their courage and goodwill to share their stories so frankly.

The healing has started here in the place where it all began four generations ago.

We thank our speakers who donated their time:
Leo Kennedy
Noeleen Lloyd
Adrian Younger
Matt Leggett

26/02/2024

Filmed around Mansfield and district, a collection of short films, presented by Jim Brown. In 1983 and 1988 Jim produced two award winning documentaries for the Ten Network named "Banjo’s Australia” and “Henry Lawson’s Australia.” Both earned acclaim in Australia and overseas, and were broadcast on the BBC and PBS Network in America.

Price includes a two course dinner at the Mansfield Golf Club. See you there!

19/02/2024

As part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival, the Mansfield Historical Society presents this remarkable event.

01/02/2024

Don't miss this! As part of the National Trust's Heritage Festival, the Mansfield Historical Society has organised this amazing event. Day tickets at the various locations are limited, so please book now. For speaker bios, please visit www.mansfieldhistoricalsociety.com.au

01/02/2024

OUR PEOPLE: Mansfield Historical Society's Graeme Stoney sat down for a chat with local legend Dr Joan Curtis. The project, shot and edited by filmographer Ron Ekkel, is all about recording early life in the Mansfield Shire, recounted directly by members of the community. Recorded for posterity, these insights into our history and identity are shown at our film nights and will become an integral part of the Mansfield Heritage Museum - our living history.

30/01/2024

Join us for this exciting free community event to celebrate the start of the Mansfield Heritage Museum.

08/01/2024

And the rain came down....all races ran and there was dancing in the mud. A fab time was had in the marquee area of the Mansfield District Racing Club!

06/01/2024

Don your Sunday best for the Delatite Winery fashions on the field

05/01/2024

Looking forward to welcoming everyone to the booked out lawn party marquee on Sunday.

04/12/2023

Join us to celebrate International Volunteers Day! Free morning tea to thank our volunteers and welcome new ones.