Our Society has a number of interest groups that meet during the year and we invite you, either member or visitor, to come along and learn about the latest developments and resources becoming available in areas of your particular interest, get help solving problems, and enjoy the company of others sharing information and progressing with your family history. There's something for everyone in our range of interest groups.
On this page, the group co-ordinators have provided details of how the meetings are conducted and what's happening in 2019. We look forward to seeing you.
On this page, the group co-ordinators have provided details of how the meetings are conducted and what's happening in 2019. We look forward to seeing you.
Reunion for Mac
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Scottish
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Conducted by Pat Fearnley
Enquiries: patfearnley@bigpond.com If you own an iMac, a Macbook, an iPad or an iPhone Touch, this Group provides mutual support learning about Reunion, the genealogy program for Mac users to record their family information. You will be made most welcome, whether you already own Reunion or are contemplating buying and would like to know more about its features. It is an amazingly versatile program and at our meetings members share information, explore upgrades and learn about its many features. At each meeting there is a PowerPoint presentation (with handout) on an aspect of the program (which can be repeated for new members joining the group), followed by discussion. In 2018, some of the topics covered were Creating a Book, an update on using the Media Window (Pictures, Audio & Movies), Places & Geo Mapping, Internet searches, sidebar menus, recording sources, as well as general Mac tips and tricks. DNA
Conducted by John Levy & Molly Tollis
Enquiries: j.levy@bigpond.com In the rapidly expanding area of family research that is DNA, participating in this Group will keep you abreast of the latest developments. The meeting commences with a general update and discussion after which it splits into two groups and Molly conducts a session for those new to DNA research. John and guest speakers conduct their session for the more experienced. A Question & Answer period helps those with queries or problems. |
Conducted by Jean Campbell
Enquiries: jeancampbell@optusnet.com.au The SIG was formed in February 2008 and has been meeting five or six times a year ever since. Each meeting, members have a session of questions, disussions and/or answers, as well as presenting talks on an ancestor or an item from Scotland. There have been visual presentations by members who have visited Scotland that year. Each meeting has a focus on a Scottish family topic, with a PowerPoint presentation and an informative handout. Topics recently included: The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Scots Law, free online Scottish resources, Scottish household items, and disasters in Scotland from 1690s. The Scottish Interest Group has also produced a 12 page booklet, a Scottish Research Guide, with information on the records available, which are unique to the country. The booklet is available for $5 at the Research Centre. Writers
Conducted by Leonie Bell
Enquiries: leonie_bell@ozemail.com.au After many happy years leading this Group, during which several members produced books on their family history, Maree McKinley has retired and in 2019 Leonie Bell, twice winner of the Ron Rathbone History Writing prize, will be at the helm. The Group members, who write family history, memoirs and local history, are looking forward to continuing their writing journeys and new members will be made very welcome. For family history writers, belonging to a group keeps you motivated, builds confidence, gives you new perspectives and independent feedback on your work in a friendly, constructive environment. We learn how others present their stories to provide inspiration and you can share and explore ideas and techniques with like-minded people, stimulating your imagination in a spirit of community and friendship. Remember: first drafts don't have to be perfect, they just have to be written. Let us help you get started or rekindle your enthusiasm for writing your book. Family Tree Maker
Enquiries: pamheather@gmail.com
The Family Tree Maker Interest Group caters for all levels of expertise, from beginners to experienced users. The software is essentially identical for PC and Mac. As well as helping newcomers with their "teething problems", the Family Tree Maker Group also explores the more advanced features of this software, including colour coding, using Photo Darkroom to enhance photographs, creating charts, reports and a Genealogy Book. Frequent use is made of the excellent tutorials and videos which have been created for this software. Although not essential, many members bring their laptops to the meetings and have their queries and problems solved (usually) on the spot. In previous years this group has met on a Thursday evening. However members recently expressed a preference for afternoon meetings so for 2019 the Family Tree Maker Interest Group will meet on a Tuesday afternoon, 1.30 at the Research Centre. Mark these dates on your calendar and come along to join us on 12 February, 21 May, 13 August and 12 November |