Griffith City Council has confirmed that residents living in the 2680 and 2681 postcodes will receive free general admission to the Griffith Pioneer Park Museum as part of a 12-month trial commencing 1 January 2026.
The initiative is designed to support community access, encourage local visitation and strengthen engagement with one of Griffith's most significant cultural attractions. Free entry applies to General Admission only and does not include special events such as the annual Pioneer Park Action Day held on Good Friday, school excursions and other organised functions.
The trial was initially recommended by the Griffith Pioneer Park Museum Advisory Committee in August. Council subsequently adopted this recommendation, supported by an implementation process outlined by the Senior Management Team in consultation with museum staff.
Mayor Doug Curran said the initiative aligns with Council's commitment to improving access to local facilities.
"This trial represents an important opportunity to make Pioneer Park Museum more accessible to the people who call Griffith and the villages home," Mayor Curran said.
"By removing cost as a barrier, we hope to see more residents engaging with the museum's heritage offerings while gathering valuable data to guide its long-term sustainability. During the trial, Council will monitor community uptake of the offer to form a longer-term plan for accessing the park, it may be a case of, use it, or lose it but we'll wait and see."
Current admission fees remain in place until 31 December 2025, including the standard $15 adult entry. Pioneer Park Museum continues to welcome visitors throughout the year and offers a range of services, including weddings, functions and educational programs.
