Melton District Historical Society Inc

22/09/2026

Mysteries Lost in History Paranormal Exploration Upcoming Events
🌜THE HISTORIC WILLOWS HOMESTEAD MELTON 🌜
Step into history after dark at the Willows Homestead, built around 1855 and steeped in more than a century of stories, secrets and unexplained happenings.
Begin your evening with a presentation by a member of the Melton Historical Society, exploring the Homestead’s fascinating history and true tales from the past.
Then, explore the Homestead and grounds after hours, equipped with your own paranormal investigation kit. Learn how to use a range of ghost-hunting tools as you investigate what may still linger within.
Your ticket includes historical insights, exclusive access, paranormal equipment, investigation guidance, and an optional cleansing ritual.
A percentage of ticket sales supports the Melton Historical Society.
🎟️ There are very limited tickets for this event
🏛️The Willows Homestead – 3a Reserve Road Melton Victoria.
📅 Friday 9th of October 2026
⌛ 8.00pm to 10.00pm
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yrdke46b
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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13/09/2026

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13/09/2026

Mysteries Lost in History Paranormal Exploration Upcoming Events

🌜THE HISTORIC WILLOWS HOMESTEAD MELTON 🌜

Step into history after dark at the Willows Homestead, built around 1855 and steeped in more than a century of stories, secrets and unexplained happenings.
Begin your evening with a presentation by a member of the Melton Historical Society, exploring the Homestead’s fascinating history and true tales from the past.
Then, explore the Homestead and grounds after hours, equipped with your own paranormal investigation kit. Learn how to use a range of ghost-hunting tools as you investigate what may still linger within.
Your ticket includes historical insights, exclusive access, paranormal equipment, investigation guidance, and an optional cleansing ritual.
A percentage of ticket sales supports the Melton Historical Society.
🎟️ There are very limited tickets for this event
🏛️The Willows Homestead – 3a Reserve Road Melton Victoria.
📅 Friday 9th of October 2026
⌛ 8.00pm to 10.00pm
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yrdke46b
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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⚡Step back in time at The Old Courthouse Ballan.⚡
🔎 Step inside the darkened chambers of the Ballan Courthouse and experience the paranormal within walls holding secrets since the 1870s.
Built between 1872 and 1876, this historic courthouse is one of the earliest surviving small courthouses in country Victoria. Here, justice was delivered, fates were sealed and stories were left behind.
Explore the courthouse using the latest paranormal investigation technology alongside time-honoured ghost-hunting tools. Hear incredible stories uncovered during our previous investigations and attempt to communicate with those who may still remain.
Limited to small groups for a more immersive experience.

Your ticket includes:
• Historical introduction
• Paranormal investigation equipment
• Optional closing ritual
• Light refreshments
Percentage of ticket sales goes to the Ballan Shire Historical Society
🏦 The Old Courthouse Ballan, 45 Steiglitz Street Ballan.
📆 Friday 23rd of October
⏰ 8.00pm to 10.00pm
⚠️ Limited Tickets.
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mr2y9y2f
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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31/07/2026

27/06/2026

6🌜THE HISTORIC WILLOWS HOMESTEAD MELTON WILL WAKE
The Historic Willows Homestead in Melton is opening its doors giving us exclusive access to wander and discover the mysteries of the paranormal that lie within.
Built around 1855, this hauntingly beautiful property has stood witness to over a century of secrets and stories.
The evening will begin with a talk by a member of the Melton Historical Society about the history of the venue and a recount of true tales long buried by time.
Then, step into the night for an exploration of the Homestead and it’s grounds. You will then receive your own paranormal investigation tools to connect with the voices and shadows that still wander its halls.
Follow your instincts. Listen closely. You never know who - or what - might answer.
Your Ticket Includes
An introduction to the history of the Willows Homestead
Exclusive after hours access to the Homestead
The use of a paranormal kit containing a wide range of ghost hunting tools
An introduction to the use of ghost hunting tools
Optional post exploration cleansing ritual
Percentage of ticket sales is donated to the Melton Historical Society
🎟️ There are very limited tickets for this event
🏛️The Willows Homestead – 3a Reserve Road Melton Victoria.
📅 Tuesday 7 July 2026
⌛7.00pm to 9.00pm
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/3n7vtr3n
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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17/03/2026

👀Looking for something different to do these school holidays in Melton? 🤔
🔎Mysteries Lost In History Paranormal Exploration in conjunction Melton Historical Society are offering a fully guided evening “Ghost Hunt” at the Willows Homestead for the school holidays.
What to expect….
The evening will start with a brief history of the Homestead followed by a ghost hunt using paranormal equipment.
The sessions are fully supervised and all equipment is supplied.
🎟Cost: $20 per person (only 10 tickets per session available)
📆Date: Thursday 14 April 2026
Session 1 – Youths aged between 12 to 15
⏰Times 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Session 1 tickets - https://tinyurl.com/4pujsj3d
Session 2 – Youths aged between 16 to 19
⏰Times 8.00pm to 9.00pm
Session 2 tickets - https://tinyurl.com/5xxnk9t9
We ask that participants arrive at 6.20 pm and 7.50 pm and parents/carers arrive at 7.20 pm and 8.50 pm ready for pick up. Parents/cares are welcome to wait if preferred.
Any questions, please feel free to telephone: 0426 461 168
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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13/03/2026

👀Looking for something different to do these school holidays in Melton? 🤔

🔎Mysteries Lost In History Paranormal Exploration in conjunction Melton Historical Society are offering a fully guided evening “Ghost Hunt” at the Willows Homestead for the school holidays.

What to expect….
The evening will start with a brief history of the Homestead followed by a ghost hunt using paranormal equipment.

The sessions are fully supervised and all equipment is supplied.

🎟Cost: $20 per person (only 10 tickets per session available)
📆Date: Thursday 7 April 2026

Session 1 – Youths aged between 12 to 15
⏰Times 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Session 1 tickets - https://tinyurl.com/498np3xz

Session 2 – Youths aged between 16 to 19
⏰Times 8.00pm to 9.00pm
Session 2 tickets - https://tinyurl.com/yz9fmeb4

We ask that participants arrive at 6.20 pm and 7.50 pm and parents/carers arrive at 7.20 pm and 8.50 pm ready for pick up. Parents/cares are welcome to wait if preferred.

Any questions, please feel free to telephone: 0426 461 168
🌐 www.mysterieslostinhistory.com
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12/03/2026

Our 2026 Heritage Festival Programs are open for bookings!

From the Gold Rush era to the Satellite City, the City of Melton has a rich history that’s ripe for rediscovery. Explore the best of our stories at the Heritage Festival from Friday 24 April to Saturday 9 May 2026.

The theme for this years’ Heritage Festival is Change – exploring how history shapes us and how we change history.

Highlights include a ghostly tour of the Willows Homestead, sketching at the Rockbank Inn Ruins, and celebrating 100 years of the Toolern Vale Fire Brigade!

For more information and to view the full program, visit our website: https://brnw.ch/MCLHeritageFestival2026