[3] Fish Creek was first settled in 1886 when land was selected and cleared in the densely forested region, soon after, dairy cattle began grazing.

Also in 1900, a creamery was established as a cooperative of the growing number of dairy farmers in the region, this soon became the Fish Creek Butter Factory.

[3] After World War I, around 50 veterans were allotted land around Fish Creek as part of the Federal Government's Soldier Settlement Scheme, however most were unable to make a success of farming.

In 1939, the iconic Fish Creek Hotel was built to replace the timber building that had burnt down that January.

[8] The hall is used as a venue for parties, funerals, church services, film screenings, markets and school concerts.