Welcome

The Woady Yaloak Historical Society was formed in 1985 and seeks to document and preserve the history of the Woady Yaloak District Goldfields, Communities, Infrastructure and First Nations Histories by the acquisition and preservation of information and records and provide public access to them.

Visit Our Unique Buildings

Step into The Historic Precinct, a captivating historical hub in Smythesdale. Explore the Blue Stone Police Lock-up, Stables, Gallows, Courthouse, Sextons Office and local Art Works.

Discover the History of our local families.

Discover family history brought to life at within our research room. Explore our mix of family folders, photos and letters spanning our local history.

Court House, Offices & Country Market

Visit our Court House and Immerse yourself in exhibits and uncover the stories behind our Historic Precinct

Visit our Research Rooms and Office at ‘The Well’, Smythesdale

Visit our Country Market 3rd Saturday of the month at the Historic Precinct, Brooke Street, Smythesdale 9am-1pm

Smythesdale Court House (1861)

Our Courthouse is available for viewing

Contact: info@wyhs.org.au

Visit Our Research Office

19 Heales Street, Smythesdale, Victoria.