Step back in time in Moyne

Published on 23 April 2024

Moyne Shire is marking the Australian Heritage Festival with a series of open days, events, and a historic photo exhibition with a modern twist.

The historic photo exhibition for the festival will give viewers a look into the past with 27 historic photos linked to QR codes around the Shire. The QR codes are printed on A4 signs located outside selected historic places and buildings.

When visitors find a sign, they can simply scan the QR code with a smart device and be transported to the past to view a historic photo of the place or building! The QR code signs will be available throughout the duration of the festival from 18 April to 18 May 2024.

Mayor, Cr Ian Smith said the signs will be located in public spaces, easily accessible for everyone to get involved.

“It will be a fun challenge to locate each one. Can you find all 27 signs?” asked Cr Smith.

“The festival is a great opportunity for the community to explore our rich and diverse heritage,” he said.

“The 2024 festival’s theme of Connections acknowledges our link to people, places and the past, which create enduring connections.”

Scheduled events in Port Fairy will include walking tours, cemetery tours, lighthouse open day, and historic house open days.

Mortlake and Koroit offer self-guided heritage walking trails, using walking maps that highlight historic locations in each town.

A list of historic photo exhibition locations can be found at:
https://www.moyne.vic.gov.au/Events-and-Activities/Historic-Photo-Exhibition