Mt Pleasant District History

18/08/2026

I am still adding snippets to the History of the Hall which I am compiling. My daughter reminded me she can remember watching Crocodile Dundee at the Hall ... maybe in late 1980s (the film was released 1986). Does anyone else recall what movies they may have seen there?
Also still looking for Debutante photos, and wedding reception photos. Contact me at [email protected] if you can help.

27/07/2026

For those of you interested in what’s been happening at the old garage -

25/07/2026

Check out this amazing video regarding the Balhannah Mount Pleasant Railway line...

Imagine the thunder of locomotives echoing through these valleys. T...

19/06/2026

On quite a few occasions we’ve had people from out of town popping in to check out our lovely hall. It’s a lot of fun showing them around, and sometimes, I even get the dates right! Thank you to those who appreciate the effort Paula has made in researching and gathering information about our lovely hall and district by popping some money in the donation box.
We had an interesting session last week, going through a box of photos from a local family. Google wasn’t as helpful as we’d hoped, but it was fun trying to place the people in the photos. Paula is hoping that scanning them and adjusting the tone may give us some clearer images. Fingers crossed!
Don’t forget, if you come across some old family photos, and you’d like to know more, Paula may be able to help. If you’re not sure whether to keep them, or even how to keep them, let Paula have a look. Please don’t throw anything away that might help us solve some mysteries.

03/05/2026

We set up a display in the meeting room at the Mount Pleasant Barossa Library, with banners and some items from the History Room which people may not have known we have for viewing. However, although this was booked we have now been asked to remove the items and the banners will be on display throughout the library. This means that my planned Free Draw for a copy of The Quiet Waters By, is not longer viable. My plan was to gain some insight into how many people would view the display and be rewarded for a chance for a copy of a 'hard to come by' history book. I apologise if you had planned a visit... you will still be able to see some of our efforts, but sadly, not appreciate the effort that goes into the development of the banners and booklets we are happy to share. Our History Room runs purely on donations so this opportunity to 'advertise' was appreciated, although now it is coming up short. We are open each Thursday afternoon, or by appointment if this doesn't suit. Hopefully you will find a time to visit our History Room soon.

01/05/2026

Sometimes, history throws up the most amazing tales.

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

Don't forget - for all those clamouring for a copy of "The Quiet Waters By", Paula is running a FREE raffle for all those who pop in to check out the display during the History Festival!!

30/04/2026

Paula set up the display in the Library this afternoon.
Sticking to the History Festival theme of 'Connections' Paula has gathered information about some of the early settlers, soldiers, buildings and strong women.
We are trialling a new way of giving people access to our collection during History Festival. The opening hours are the same as the Library. Please note that the Library will be closed on the 5th may, but reopen on the 6th.