The “Anzac Day Blog Challenge” has been issued. This time, it is a joint challenge with our Digger mates from across the Ditch. Do you have an Australian or New Zealander in your family tree who was killed in military operations? We’d like to hear about not only their sacrifice, but the way their loss shaped their family history.
RootsMagic 6: Places and Mapping [VIDEO]
When you’re wanting to learn more about your new genealogy program don’t forget to check out YouTube, as there are a who heap of tutorial videos online. And here’s one for RootsMagic 6 showing you how to use their places and mapping fatures.
Order Your Queensland BDM Certificates Online
More good news for Aussie genealogists – as a sign of another organisation moving with the times, the Queensland Registrar now gives you the option of buying a copy of the printed certificate which gets mailed out to you OR you can order a digital copy which you can then download instantly.
New South Wales 1800-1952 Will Books to be Digitised
The big new that hit the genealogy world today was findmypast.com.au are working together with State Records NSW and as a result we will see New South Wales Will Books online later this year. Anything that provides easier access to Australian wills will be more than welcome.
How to Organise Your Genealogy: That’s the Big Question!
I work in a genealogy store, and there is one question that customers ask fairly regularly is “how should I organise my genealogy?” It is a good question, a very important one, but unfortunately the answer is not that simple.
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Genealogy Software
iFamily for Leopard now Updated
First released in October 2006, the Mac genealogy software program ‘iFamily for Leopard’ has proven itself to be one of the stayers. This program has just released a new version which updates it to version 2.522.
Genealogy UK
Your Family History – Issue 101 (Spring 2011) is Out Now
This issue of ‘Your Family History’ gives readers a definitive guide to marriage records and concentrates on the latest, most accurate ways to search these vital resources … and they’ve not limited it to just English records either – there are updates on the best ways to search Scottish and Irish weddings as well!
Events
Unlock the Past’s First History and Genealogy Cruise Sets Sail
Unlock the Past is proudly hosting their first ever History and Genealogy Cruise which sets sail this weekend. Staff from both Gould Genealogy & History and Unlock the Past will be on this voyage which incorporates all the regular features of a cruise … relaxation, accommodation, meals, entertainment, shopping, and day tours on islands, together with history and genealogy themed meetings.
Other
Ancestry Release New Irish Records to Celebrate St Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day (March 17) is celebrated by the Irish and Irish descendants around the world. Ancestry have added to the celebration by releasing a raft of new records that will help people uncover their Irish roots.
Other
Highlight: Conserving, Preserving and Restoring Your Heritage
How do you conserve and preserve all those old documents, photographs, books, or clothing that you’ve inherited? This is a question that professional conservator Kennis answers for us in ‘Conserving, Preserving and Restoring Your Heritage’.
Genealogy Australia
Australian History News – March 2011
Here is the latest news from Australian genealogy, history and heritage groups. From family reunions, to book launches, town walks, and requests for information or memorabilia … it is all helping to celebrate history …
Genealogy Australia
The ‘History & Genealogy 2011: Australia & New Zealand’ Handbook has arrived!!!
Unlock the Past’s “History & Genealogy 2011” is now available. It includes over 60 Aus/NZ genealogy and history related articles together with a directory listing of 1700+ organisations, as well as adverts and vouchers that can save you hundreds of dollars.
Genealogy Australia
Australian Family Tree Connections – March 2011 Issue Out Now
Somehow the year has managed to sneak along to March already (although no-one knows how!!) Anyway a new month also brings us the a new issue of the Australian Family Tree Connections magazine, so that’s means some good reading over a cup of tea or coffee.
Genealogy Australia
Adelaide’s National Archives Office is on the Move
The National Archives of Australia (NAA) Adelaide Reading Room is officially on the move!! As of 9 March 2011, the NAA in Angas Street, Adelaide will be closed to all who have not pre-ordered records. And it will reopen on …
Events
Researching and Writing History Seminar brought to you by Unlock The Past
Whether you are a beginner or experienced researcher, or a budding novelist, Unlock the Past’s Researching and Writing History Seminar will provide you with practical information and guidance to use in your current or future projects – or perhaps inspire you to write for the very first time.
Genealogy Australia
National Library of Australia’s Community Heritage Grants 2011 – Applications Now Open
The National Library of Australia’s Community Heritage Grants (CHG) provides grants of up to $15,000 toganisations such as libraries, archives, museums, genealogical and historical societies, and multicultural groups. Applications for the 2011 Grants are now open, and close 5.00pm Friday 6 May.
Genealogy Australia
Treasure Trove of Photos of Aussie Soldiers in World War I Unearthed in France
A treasure trove of photographs of Australian diggers taken during the First World War have been discovered in an attic in France, in a major find hailed as ”one of the most important discoveries from World War I” by military historians.
