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Speakers

Option For Non-Members

Non-members are welcome to attend Zoom meetings featuring our speakers on payment of a $10 fee. Payment notice will be posted in the month prior to the talk.  CLICK HERE to register and pay (must be at least 24 hours prior to meeting)


16 September (Members Only, no fee)

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 John Levy -Basics of DNA Testing for Family History

FHBB Member John will give this talk at our Monthly Members Chat Meeting

7 October

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Andy Macqueen - French Explorer Francis Barrallier

A Frenchman Goes Exploring
The only serious attempt to cross the Blue Mountains was made in 1802 by French refugee Francis Barrallier. He failed, but left a wonderful account. Despite his bright prospects Barrallier fell victim to the feuding between his fellow Rum Corps officers and Governor King. Barrallier's talents were instead used in the West Indies!
In discussing his latest book "The Frenchman: Francis Barrallier's Life & Journeys 1773-1853 Andy Macqueen will argue that Barrallier's French origins and associations influenced his undertakings in the colony. In discussing his understanding  of Aboriginal people and their rights and Andy will question whether Barrallier's differed from those of his European masters.
Andy Macqueen is a respected Blue Mountains historian and committed conservationist and has been awarded an OAM for his work in this field. He has produced 6 history books and many articles on colonial exploration, first contact, surveying and conservation history. 
His latest book "The Frenchman" is a major overhaul of an earlier book with new content and fresh perspectives

21 October
(Members Only, no fee)

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Jennie Fairs - Basics of Breaking Through Walls

BBFH President Jennie will give this talk at our Monthly Members Chat Meeting

4 November

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Karen De Bruyne -Beyond India

Karen loves family history and sharing her passion with others.She is a qualified professional genealogist with a PG Diploma in Genealogical, Palaeographic & Heraldic Studies, and over 25 years of research experience.

Karen specialises in London families and those who passed through British India. Achieved a certificate in British India Ancestors from the National Institute for Genealogical Studies. British Library approved researcher in Asia and Africa Reading room for British India family history, where I visit frequently


18 November (Members Only, no fee)

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Jennie Fairs - Basics of Source Citations

FHBB President Jennie will give this talk at our Monthly Members Chat Meeting

5 December

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Panel Discussion With Long-time Members


16 December (Members Only, no fee)

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Jennie Fairs - Basics of Sharing Your Research

At our last Monthly Members Chat Meeting for the year, FHBB President Jennie will give this presentation
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    • About
    • Events Calendar
    • Main Menu >
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      • Education >
        • Speakers
      • Interest Groups
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      • Members Interest Directory
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      • Publications
      • Useful Links
  • Volunteers
  • Contact
  • Payments
  • History