Wyndham and Districts Historical Society

24/03/2026

COMMUNITY UPDATE

We are now well into 2026, and the WDHS committee continues investigating the way forward for the Wyndham and Districts Museum.

Thank you to everyone who supported our Casino Night and Playhouse Raffle fundraisers in the later part of 2025. Overall, we made approximately $9,000 from these events. In November, about thirty people attended our screening of the Beatrice Johnston and Joan McKenzie video interviews. These were well received, and we wish to thank Karen Milne and Caroline Carter for organising this event and providing a delicious supper.

Despite not having a museum building, our eHive site receives over 4000 views each month. In light of this, the committee has decided to move forward with a strategy to enhance our digital presence and make it more accessible. We are still looking at options to develop a physical presence in Balaclava Street. We will invite community feedback when we have a clearer view of what our options are.

Following the sale of the section in Edendale, we have around $260,000 in funds. We continue to look for fundraising opportunities in 2026. However, we are a small committee and would appreciate any assistance and support offered from our community.

Creating a physical museum in Wyndham is a community effort. We call on anyone in the community who wishes to be a part of the Wyndham and Districts Historical Society, or anyone who has any questions or comments, to get in contact.

Paul Duffy - [email protected] - 027 288 5865
Kathryn Pinckney - [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

20/12/2025

WDHS CHRISTMAS PLAYHOUSE RAFFLE RESULTS

The WDHS Christmas raffle was drawn under police supervision on 18th December. The lucky prize winners were:

1st prize - Ticket 363 - Laurie
2nd prize - Ticket 484 - Malcom
3rd prize - Ticket 068 - Hugh

Pictured - WDHS Chairperson, Paul Duffy, handing over the playhouse to our first prize winner, Laurie.

Special thanks to ITM and the Edendale Blokes Workshop for their sponsorship, and a huge thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser by purchasing tickets or selling them on our behalf.

The WDHS committee would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.

15/12/2025

The draw for the WDHS Christmas Playhouse raffle is now just two days away. We have three great prizes, all generously sponsored by the Edendale Blokes Workshop and ITM Gore.

1st prize - Child's wooden playhouse valued at $2500
2nd prize - Jack & Jill Outdoor wooden seat valued at $500
3rd prize - Child's wooden picnic table valued at $100

Tickets just $10. Don't miss out on your chance to win. Tickets can be purchased at Four Square Wyndham, Jagged Razors, Edendale, by sending us a message, or by emailing [email protected].

Send a message to learn more

08/12/2025

The draw for the WDHS Christmas Playhouse raffle is just nine days away.

There are three great prizes, all generously sponsored by the Edendale Blokes Workshop and ITM Gore.

1st prize - Child's wooden playhouse valued at $2500
2nd prize - Jack & Jill Outdoor wooden seat valued at $500
3rd prize - Child's wooden picnic table valued at $100

Tickets just $10. Get in quick and purchase your ticket before they sell out. Tickets are available at Four Square Wyndham, by sending us a message, or by emailing [email protected].

13/11/2025

The Wyndham and Districts Historical Society appreciates the continuing support of our efforts to raise funds to build a new museum.
The next WDHS fundraiser is a Christmas Playhouse raffle. There are three great prizes, all generously sponsored by the Edendale Blokes Workshop and ITM Gore.

1st prize - Child's wooden playhouse valued at $2500
2nd prize - Jack & Jill Outdoor wooden seat valued at $500
3rd prize - Child's wooden picnic table valued at $100

Tickets just $10. Get in quick and purchase your ticket before they sell out. Buy your tickets at Four Square Wyndham or by emailing [email protected].

13/11/2025

We are privileged to present the premier screening of interviews with Joan McKenzie and Beatrice Johnston on Wednesday, 19th November 2025. These interviews provide an insight into the district's history and include stories that few people have heard. Please get in touch with Karen to book a seat.

05/11/2025

30/10/2025

The Wyndham and Districts Historical Society appreciates the support of our continuing efforts to raise funds to build a new museum.

The next WDHS fundraiser is a Christmas Playhouse raffle. There are three great prizes, all generously sponsored by the Edendale Blokes Workshop and ITM Gore.

Get in quick and purchase your ticket before they sell out.

16/10/2025

The recent WDHS casino night fundraiser was a great success! We had a great turnout, with guests from near and far enjoying the evening. Many people won fantastic prizes, while we raised a significant sum for our museum building project.

Thank you to everyone who supported the event, including the Wyndham Lions who ran the gaming tables and the Pioneer Lions who provided a wonderful supper.

We especially thank our sponsors listed below.

Thank you also to the WDHS committee for their work in organising this event, the volunteers who helped on the night, and to everyone who bought tickets and attended.

Our next fundraiser is a Christmas Playhouse Raffle with prizes built and donated by the Edendale Blokes Workshop, and materials sponsored by ITM, Gore. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase through Facebook, local businesses, and at community events.

06/09/2025

Please get your tickets now before we sell out! There is a maximum limit in the Wyndham Memorial Hall! 😃

26/08/2025

SAVE THE DATE! SAVE THE DATE! SAVE THE DATE!

On Saturday, 11th October 2025, the Wyndham and Districts Historical Society will be holding a Casino Night in the Wyndham Memorial Hall.

Roll the dice, spin the wheel, test your luck at the tables.

Tickets on sale early September. Don't miss out.