Andrew Gee (Calare, Independent) Share this | Hansard source

Today I wish to recognise the remarkable team of volunteers at Mudgee Museum. This dedicated group works tirelessly to preserve and share the rich history of the Mudgee area through an impressive collection of over 60,000 items. The museum's collection is housed in several historic buildings, including a mid-19th century hotel, an early-20th century church and a replica slab hut.

I recently visited the museum to discuss the federal volunteers grant it received. I'm very pleased this funding will support the purchase of an overhead scanner, which will significantly streamline the digitisation of their extensive archives. The museum is operated by a team of over 30 passionate volunteers from Mudgee Historical Society. The hardworking executive of the society includes president Barry Wells, vice-president Sue England, treasurer Thelma Meers and secretary Heather McCormick. I met with them, as well as Barry's wife, Fay, on my recent visit.

On behalf of our community I acknowledge and thank all the Historical Society members and museum volunteers for their hard work, passion and dedication. Thanks to their efforts, the museum continues to expand and its exhibits go from strength to strength. The vital work of the Historical Society in operating the Mudgee Museum preserves our local and national heritage, and the museum itself has become a well-known and much-loved destination and drawcard for visitors to the region and locals alike. Congratulations to the team at Mudgee Museum.

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