This session will cover how to start your Italian family research. It begins with finding Australian arrivals and then moves back to researching in Italy. You’ll learn about the records held in Italy - how to find them, and how … Continue reading →

People search for their ancestors for several reasons. Some like to see how far back they can find the ancestors. Some like to find ancestors overseas, and then search forward to find relations living now. Some have been recommended by … Continue reading →

Wills are so important for developing family trees in the earlier 16th and 17th centuries where parish records are often incomplete or missing.  This talk will discuss how wills fit in the context of estate planning, their importance to family … Continue reading →

This presentation covers resources, tips and tools to stretch your genealogy budget.   Presenter: Jill Ball Jill Ball (GeniAus), a former librarian, teacher and IT specialist, is well known to the worldwide Genealogical community. She is a presenter on genealogical topics; … Continue reading →

Keen to know when your family first settled in an area? When they acquired the property? Who held it before them? Land records can answer these questions and much more. This talk focuses on the rural parts of Queensland where … Continue reading →

FamilySearch is so much more than just a family tree hosting platform. FamilySearch is a massive web site that is made up of dozens and dozens of different research tools. The site includes tools for learning and for reference. It … Continue reading →

Did you know that migration from Malta was once heavily restricted because the Maltese were seen as a threat to ‘white Australia’ Yet after WWII, Malta was one of the first countries Australia signed an assisted migration agreement with. This … Continue reading →