Welcome to the Gold Coast Family History Society Inc.
​Whether you are a seasoned genealogist or a beginner the Gold Coast Family History Society has the tools and resources to assist and guide you with your family history research. Our spacious research rooms are well equipped with an extensive reference and loan library, networked computers, microfiche and microfilm readers, photocopying facilities and refreshment areas.

 Don't miss the last mini seminar for 2018  -  Saturday  24th Nov 2018

​The Ryerson Index 
Learn How to Search for death, funeral and obituary notices in Australian newspapers from 1803 to this month 
 An interactive live presentation      ~     followed by afternoon tea
​Bonus 2nd talk   ~    Australian Free Settlements in the 1820's       Guest Speaker: John Graham

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September 2018
​Rootes Journal​ 
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Benefits of membership include:
FREE In-room access to subscription websites - Ancestry, Findmypast, The Genealogist, British Newspaper Archive, My Heritage, Biographical Database of Australia (BDA), Emerald Ancestors.
  • Special Interest Groups
  • Family History Classes
  • Comprehensive Library
  • Family History Journals & Magazines from Societies all over Australia and around the world
  • Spacious air-conditioned research rooms
  • Guidance & assistance from experienced room volunteers
  • Affiliated Library with FamilySearch

Christmas Lunch - Monday Dec 10th details coming soon

MEMBERS INTEREST LIST - Check out the newly updated list.
Is anyone already researching your family? Go to the Membership tab and drop down to the MIL.

Online Resources

Our society subscribes to the below online resources access ​is free to members in the rooms.
Book a Computer
and start your research now ​phone. 07 5582 8855 
during opening times

Approved Library

The GCFHS is an approved Affiliated Library with  FamilySearch
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