Introduction to Family History   Next Session TBA  - 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 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm
Next meeting:  16 Oct, 20 Nov, 2024
Wednesday Evening
Legacy Group
Sunday @ 1 pm - 3.30 pm
Next meeting:
6 Oct, 1 Dec, 2024
Table Talk Tuesdays
3rd Tuesday of the month 10am
Come along and discuss your research problems with others around the table.
DNA Group 
Bi-monthly on the
​4th Sunday at 1 pm
Next meeting:
25 Aug, 27 Oct, 2024
Scottish Group
Sunday @ 1 pm
Next meeting:17 Nov, 2024
Introduction to Family History
Friday - TBA
9 am to 11 am
Free to members and
​$10 for non-members. 
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. 
Contact: [email protected]
Irish Research -  experienced researcher & member Julian Van der Veer is happy to continue assisting members with their Irish questions: [email protected]
Click on the image to see current & upcoming events

Computer Group

DATE:  NO MEETING IN SEPTEMBER
             16 Oct, 20 Nov, 2024
DAY:     Wednesday​ 16 October
TIME:  7 pm to 9 pm
COST:  $2.00
CONTACT: Ann at [email protected]
SUBJECT: "Murder, Mystery, Bigamists, Fraudsters and Mayhem"
Share with us how you found them in your family - research sources, notes and tips. 
​All GCFHS members welcome -  just turn up before 7:00 pm

Legacy Family Tree Software User Group

DATE:  6 Oct, 1 Dec, 2024
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 [email protected]
This a self-help group for members who use Legacy or want to learn how.

DNA Group

DATE:  25 Aug, 27 Oct, 2024
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 [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:  17 Nov, 2024
DAY:     Sunday  (Tri-monthly)
TIME:    1 pm to 4 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:  Friday - TBA
​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]