Introduction to Family History   Next Session 17 March 2023 - Bookings are essential

​This class is an excellent opportunity for anyone just starting their family history or even an experienced researcher wishing to refresh their skills and learn new techniques.

Bookings are essential.  Cost: Members free
Non-Members: $10.00, is refundable if joining on the day

Contact: booking and information or email: goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com

​Events & Calendar - scroll down for a list of current dates or click on the calendar

Computer Group
3rd Wednesday @ 7:00 pm
Next meeting: 15 Feb 2023
Wednesday Evening
Legacy Group
Sunday @ 1 pm - 3.30 pm
Next meeting: 5 Feb 2023
DNA Group
Bi-monthly on the
​4th Sunday at 1 pm
Next meeting: 12 Feb 2023
Scottish Group
Sunday @ 1 pm
Next meeting: 16 Feb 2023
Introduction to Family History
17 March 2023
9 am to 11 am
Free to members and
​$10 for non-members. 
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. 
Contact: goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com
Click on the image to see current & upcoming events
Irish Research -  experienced researcher & member Julian Van der Veer is happy to continue assisting members with their Irish questions: genfindit@gmail.com
Events for 2023  Guest Speaker: Sue Reid   25 February 2023

Computer Group

DATE: 15 Feb, 15 Mar, 19 Apr, 17 May. 21 Jun, 10 Jul, 16 Aug, 20 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov 2023
DAY:     Wednesday​ 
TIME:  7 pm to 9 pm
COST:  $2.00
CONTACT: Ann at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com
SUBJECT:  

​All GCFHS members welcome -  just turn up before 7:00 pm

Legacy Family Tree Software User Group

DATE:  2 5 Feb, 2 Apr, 4 Jun, 6 Aug, 1 Oct, 3 Dec 2023
DAY:      Sunday (Bi-monthly)
TIME:    1 pm to 3:30 pm
COST:   $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
CONTACT: Carol at cbrowne@onthenet.com.au
This a self-help group for members who use Legacy or want to learn how.

DNA Group - next meeting 2023

DATE: 12 Feb, 23 Apr, 25 Jun, 22 Oct 202
DAY:    Sunday  (Bi-monthly)
​TIME:   1 pm to 4 pm
COST:  $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
SUBJECT: 
CONTACT:  Fay at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com
​This is a self-help group for GCFHS members wishing to explore further the use of DNA in their research.

Scottish Group

DATE: 19 Feb, 21 May, 20 Aug, 19 Nov
DAY:     Sunday  (Tri-monthly)
TIME:    1 pm to 4 pm
COST:   $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
CONTACT:  Margaret S. on 5538 1423 or Margaret C. on 5593 1773
This group is for those members who want to learn all things Scottish with the assistance of Margaret S. & Margaret C. who are both very experienced Scottish researchers.

Introduction to Family History Class

This class is suitable for beginners and intermediate researchers. Be inspired and motivated to continue your family history quest. 

Learn how to compile a family tree and set out your information. Discover just how many ways you can track down your family. Find out which resources are freely available to help you in your search and how to determine which branch of 
the tree is yours.

Non Members Welcome: $10.00 (is refundable if joining on the day,) bookings are essential. Bookings essential
DATE:  Friday - 17 March 2023
TIME:     9.00 - 11.00 am
CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com

Advanced Class - Beyond the Basics

 This class is not suitable for beginners and will include topics such as using Phillimore’s Atlas and Parish Registers, breaking the 1837 barrier, county boundaries and much more.  Learn the techniques that will help with your research.  Come along and see how enjoyable family research can be.  Bookings essential
DATE:  Monday, next class TBA 
TIME:     9.00  - 11.00 am
Members only
CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com