Exhibition: Blockies – Greg Branson

A new photographic exhibition by Greg Branson, “Blockies: The Failure of the Soldier Settlement scheme,” features a collection of black and white hand-printed silver gelatin photographs. The exhibition explores the devastating impact of the Soldier Settlement scheme on Australian soldiers who returned from the First World War.

The Soldier Settlement scheme, established in 1917, aimed to provide returned soldiers, Blockies, with land and resources to establish themselves as farmers. However, the scheme was plagued by poor planning and inadequate support, leaving many soldiers struggling to make a living and ultimately leading to its failure.

Warragul Art Studio Gallery until 5 September 2026