The Caboolture Historical Village will continue sharing the story of Moreton Bay’s early European settlers with future generations, following a funding boost from the City of Moreton Bay.
Council has approved funding of $140,000 per year over the next three years to support the ongoing operations of the village, which is managed by the Caboolture Historical Society (CHS). The funding aims to help the village remain a valuable educational and cultural asset for students, families and the broader community.
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery said it was important that the area’s rich history continued to be preserved and passed on to future generations.
“With more than 80 buildings and 110,000 museum pieces, including structures, Council understands and appreciates the immense cultural value the Caboolture Historical Village has provided our community for decades,” Mayor Flannery said.
“Moreton Bay is experiencing an unprecedented era of growth and transformation, but it is important to celebrate the history on display.”
Supporting Sustainability and Community Engagement
The funding will support day-to-day operations while CHS develops a new business and marketing plan to be provided to Council. The plan will outline strategies to grow visitation, strengthen community engagement and improve the village’s long-term financial sustainability.
Division 3 Councillor Adam Hain said the village was an essential part of the fabric of Caboolture and a tourism drawcard.
“Not only does the village proudly preserve local heritage through exhibitions, collections and interactive displays, it also offers educational experiences and hosts community events,” Cr Hain said.
“We want the village to succeed, and this funding goes some way to helping them do that.”
Caboolture Historical Society President Greg Raedel said the funding boost was a vote of confidence in the important role the Historical Village played in the City of Moreton Bay.
“This investment helps us with building sustainability for the next three years and it gives us a good foundation,” he said.
Each year, more than 9000 school students visit the Village to learn about Caboolture’s agricultural roots, including its dairy, timber and sugar industries, with volunteers bringing history to life through hands-on demonstrations.
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