New MDHS Project:
You are invited to submit photographs of 'Horticultural & Agricultural Implements' used in the Merbein area (vineyards & farms) during the period 1909 to 1970, with a written description and history and use of each implement, where it was used and by whom it was used. (This project has arisen from the spectactular selection of 'old' equipment that was displayed in the 2009 Merbein Centenary Street Parade. A photographic record will be one way of ensuring these many unique implements and the talents of many are not lost over time.)
Your contributions to this project will be greatly appreciated and should be in the hands of Bernadette Wells by the end of August 2010. Please remember to include you own contact details.
Write to: MDHS 'Implement Project', P O Box 679, Merbein, Vic 3505, or Email: welkins@hotmail.com.au
The Merbein Regional population of 4,681 have recently celebrated the Centenary of the establishment of Merbein as an irrigation settlement.
The Celebrations held over ten days from the 14th - 23rd August, 2009, were a great success and enjoyed by the locals and many former residents.
Make sure you pay a visit to the Centenary Website www.merbeincentenary.com.au to read up on the activities held and read the comments in the 'Guest Book' - you may discover some long lost school friends!
PLEASE NOTE: Refer to our Publications tab which lists many interesting items for minimal cost. A DVD is available of our Merbein Centenary Street Parade.
Purpose of the Society: To collect, preserve and promote the history of Merbein.
A Snippet from the Society:
A short history of Merbein, compiled by Bernadette Wells (2008), click here to read more.....
