Introduction to Family History   Next Session Friday 28 March  - 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, which is refundable if joining on the day.

Contact: booking and information or email: [email protected]

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

Computer Group
3rd Monday @ 10:00 am prompt
2025 Meetings: 17 Mar, 19 May, 16 Jun, 21 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov.
Legacy Group
Sunday @ 1:00 pm-3.30 pm
2025 Meetings:6 Apr, 1 Jun, 3 Aug, 5 Oct, 7 Dec.
DNA Group 
Bi-monthly on the
​4th Sunday at 1:00 pm
2025 Meetings: 27 Apr, June TBA, 24 Aug, 26 Oct
Scottish Group
Sunday @ 1:00 pm
2025 Meetings:18 May, 17 Aug, 16 Nov.
Introduction to Family History
Friday - 28 March 2025
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Free to members and
​$10 for non-members. 
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. 
Contact: [email protected]
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: [email protected]

Computer Group

DATE:  2025     
DAY:     Monday​ 17 March (Monthly)
TIME:  10:00 am to 12 noon meeting. Rooms open 9.45 am.
            12 noon - 2:00 pm BYO lunch then stay and research
COST:  $2.00
CONTACT: Ann at [email protected]
SUBJECT: An Introduction to Researching in London (Part 1)

​All GCFHS members welcome

Legacy Family Tree Software User Group

DATE:  2025
DAY:     Sunday 6 April  (Bi-monthly)
TIME:    1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
COST:   $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
CONTACT: Carol at [email protected]
This a self-help group for members who use Legacy or want to learn how.

DNA Group

DATE:  2025
DAY:     Sunday 27 April  (Bi-monthly)
​TIME:    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
COST:   $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
SUBJECT: 
CONTACT:  Fay at [email protected]
​This is a self-help group for GCFHS members wishing to explore further the use of DNA in their research.

Scottish Group

DATE:  2025
DAY:     Sunday 18 May (Tri-monthly)
TIME:    1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
COST:   $2.00  (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit)
CONTACT: 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:  28 March 2025
​TIME:     9:00 - 11:00 am
CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at [email protected]

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 [email protected]