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Capturing History, One Lens at a Time

We were proud to support the recent “Elaine Thru the Lens” exhibition by the Meredith History Interest Group which a powerful snapshot of community, history and the people who make the region special.


Held as Part One of a two-part project, the exhibition featured historical and contemporary photos of Elaine and surrounds.



Part Two will be a published book and is coming next year, capturing even more stories for future generations. The group has also published “Steiglitz Thru the Lens”, “Morrisons Thru the Lens”, available at www.meredithhistory.com.au/shop.html


Our Director Andrea Mason headed along to see what all the hype was about and she wasn't disappointed. "These are exactly the type of projects and events we like to support, all wrapped up into one neat package. It was great to see people out and about, and getting involved".


Organised by the Meredith History Interest Group (MHIG), the exhibition showcased almost 450 photos from the Elaine district many of which had never been seen publicly. The project began as a humble idea in 2021 to collect and preserve local photos for posterity, and has grown into a treasured community event that celebrates heritage and fosters connection.


Community Bank Buninyong’s investment helped the group:

  • Collect, copy, save and print photos in display‑ready A3 and A4 sizes

  • Hire stands and the exhibition hall

  • Provide food for volunteers and advertise the event

  • Organise folders of photos that will be stored for ongoing browsing


Visitors connected over images of old homes, family gatherings, school days, sporting trophies adding personal stories that brought the displays to life.


MHIG President Marg Cooper opened the event, introducing speakers such as Paul Ryan, an Elaine local proud of his heritage and Robin Ferry, who rang the Larundel bell to officially start the exhibition.

One attendee reflected on the event’s deeper meaning:

“At last the Elaine/Meredith rivalry was forgotten.”The exhibition didn’t just highlight history it helped build community bonds that will last for years.

We’re doing good things together. To find out how visit www.communitygrowshere.com.au 🌏, call our branch locally in Buninyong on (03) 5341 8066 or email 📧 buninyongmailbox@bendigoadelaide.com.au


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