Spotlight on Meeniyan
Key Points in History
| Date | Key Point |
| 1870's | The township was surveyed and many businesses were established to cater for the railway construction camps |
| 1892 | The railway line was opened and Meeniyan became a thriving township |
| 1896 | The first saleyards were built |
| 1896 | Racing club was founded, and eventually was closed in 1955 as Stony Creek had developed a stronger club and more impressive racecourse |
| 1904 | A bacon curing factory was established |
| 1922 - 1950's | Pig sales were held in Meeniyan in these years. |