Queensland Family History Society Inc
2025
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 1 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 1 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
New Years Day. New Years Resolution - find and document more of your family history.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 2 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 2 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 3 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 3 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 4 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 4 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 5 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 5 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 5 Jan 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 5 Jan 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 6 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 6 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 7 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 7 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 8 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 8 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 9 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 9 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
Library Assistants Consultation and Training Session
Starts: 9 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 9 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE and MAY also be IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting This is an opportunity for Library Assistants to keep up to date with all the latest developments at QFHS's Family History Research Centre, contribute to the strategic plan for our service in the future as well as learning about operational updates and opportunities for upskilling. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Register Here
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 10 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 10 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
Volunteers Fire and Evacuation Training Session
Starts: 10 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 10 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
Notes:THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE AND IN PERSON AT THE QFHS FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH CENTRE i.e. A HYBRID MEETING.
This is an opportunity for all volunteers who are not Library Assistants to ensure that their mandatory fire and evacuation training is complete and up to date.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings will be through Eventbrite when the link becomes available.
*Image by Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 11 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 11 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 12 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 13 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 13 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre opens for 2025.
Starts: 14 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 14 Jan 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 14 January, 2026, 46 Delaware St, Chermside for a New Year with so much potential for family history finds and stories. Welcome back!
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 14 Jan 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 14 Jan 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 18 Jan 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 18 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Welsh Special Interest Group
Starts: 19 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 19 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE and MAY also be IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting
A small, friendly, interactive group who research family in Wales. We share stories and discuss our research, and there’s often a short talk or presentation.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting
English West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 23 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 23 Jan 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners Question)
Starts: 25 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 25 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 20 Jan 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 20 Jan 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Australia Day
Starts: 26 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 26 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
Australia's National Day is held on 26 January in recognition of the arrival in 1788 of the First Fleet, a group of 11 ships that sailed from England to establish a colony in Australia.
* Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 26 Jan 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 26 Jan 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD IN PERSON AT THE QFHS RESEARCH CENTRE
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Australia Day Public Holiday
Starts: 27 Jan 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 27 Jan 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
Australia's National Day is held on 26 January in recognition of the arrival in 1788 of the First Fleet, a group of 11 ships that sailed from England to establish a colony in Australia.
* Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay
Members Lounge - Talking About … Listening to the Wireless.
Starts: 29 Jan 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 29 Jan 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
Our first chat of 2025 should have something of interest for most family historians.
What memories would you lke to share? Who was listening? What was that person listening to? Where was that person listening? When was that person listening? How was that person listening?
Perhaps the images in the Eventbrite listing will give you some ideas. Perhaps you want to ask a question. Perhaps you want to gather some new resources.
Facilitator: Nancy Edwards from the Queensland Family History Society Inc.
Please note. This event does not have a presenter.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages.
In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
As these sessions have a limited number of tickets to ensure everyone gets their chance to participate in the discussion, if you are booked and realise you are now unable to attend, please advise us so we can reallocate your ticket to someone on the waitlist.
This event will be held at 10:00 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving)
This session is open to members and non-members.
*Image from ABC Archives: Kingergarten of the Air.
ABC Reference ID: abc.net.au/photo/DP001562
Our first chat of 2025 should have something of interest for most family historians.
What memories would you lke to share? Who was listening? What was that person listening to? Where was that person listening? When was that person listening? How was that person listening?
Perhaps the images in the Eventbrite listing will give you some ideas. Perhaps you want to ask a question. Perhaps you want to gather some new resources.
Facilitator: Nancy Edwards from the Queensland Family History Society Inc.
Please note. This event does not have a presenter.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages.
In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
As these sessions have a limited number of tickets to ensure everyone gets their chance to participate in the discussion, if you are booked and realise you are now unable to attend, please advise us so we can reallocate your ticket to someone on the waitlist.
This event will be held at 10:00 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving)
This session is open to members and non-members.
Register Here
*Image from ABC Archives: Kingergarten of the Air.
ABC Reference ID: abc.net.au/photo/DP001562
Central European Special Interest Group
Starts: 1 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 1 Feb 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 2 Feb 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 2 Feb 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 7 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 7 Feb 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Irish Research Group
Starts: 8 Feb 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 8 Feb 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 1
Starts: 10 Feb 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 10 Feb 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 9 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 9 Feb 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 11 Feb 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 11 Feb 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 15 Feb 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 15 Feb 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD IN PERSON AT THE QFHS RESEARCH CENTRE
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 17 Feb 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 17 Feb 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 2
Starts: 17 Feb 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 17 Feb 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Members Lounge - Presenting … Social Life in Pre-Separation Queensland
Starts: 19 Feb 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 19 Feb 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
TOPIC: Let's Play - No more Dull boys named Jack: - Social Life in Pre-Separation Queensland. This event will be held ONLINE only. Jennifer Harrison, our guest speaker, will be preseenitng online. GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Jennifer Harrison, who will be presenting via Zoom Dr Jennifer Harrison is a research fellow with the School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry at The University of Queensland following a career mainly based on history and biographical research. One of her main interests has been the worldwide input of the ‘Coming of the Strangers’ to nineteenth century Queensland. Tracing the origins of these pioneers - convicts, British soldiers, farmers, explorers and a complexity of others - raised many intriguing questions leading to much travelling over many years seeking answers. These research adventures have been a delight, as has investigating her own extended family connections which had its Australian genesis in 1792. In the years between February 1842 and December 1859, the thousands who pioneered the newly opened acres of north-eastern New South Wales embraced opportunities to off-set hard work with stimulating activities to fill their leisure hours. Those who elected to put down roots obviously decided to follow the mantra: ’I choose to make the rest of my life the best of my life’, rather than ‘All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy’. This presentation is intended to complement last year’s contribution which examined their continued communication with the rest of the world. Now, we will investigate and identify who instituted social pursuits and how they achieved their aims. Further, what pastimes became available and what was the role played by access to delights generated by community attractions as diverse as music, literature, entertainment, education, religion, sport, holidays, food, politics and pets. No doubt, these considerations may valuably be applied to all incoming populations to any district. Presenting... times vary between 1pm and 7.30pm Please check the calendar carefully. You are welcome to attend as a visitor. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Please register your planned attendance whether you are attending in person or online. *Image from Sate Library of Queensland.
Register Here
Learn@QFHS – YouTube for Family Historians
Starts: 21 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 21 Feb 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This presentation covers the anatomy of a channel, subscriptions, and then a wide range of channels- libraries, archives, professional genealogists, geographic areas of interest, Family History/genealogy groups, Search providers, genealogy software etc. The session finishes with Your own channel - how to set it up and suggested content.
Limited places are available for each session, so bookings on Eventbrite are essential.
If you cannot attend after booking, please let the organiser know so another person may take your place.
This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
For suggestions for training course topics please contact the Education team at education@qfhs.org.au.
Register Here
DNA Special Interest Group (For those with some experience)
Starts: 22 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 22 Feb 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Book Club - "A Periodic Tale. My Science Memoir" by Karl Kruszelnicki.
Starts: 24 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 24 Feb 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE. How did a shy Polish immigrant kid - Karl Sven Woytek Sas Konkovitch Matthew Kruszelnicki - evolve into the fabulously eccentric Dr Karl? The only child of Holocaust survivors who fled to Australia in 1950, Karl has always forged his own destiny in an idosyncractic way. Before he became one of the world's favourite scientific storyteelers, he ambled through a convoluted cacophony of a career." Our Book Club is the perfect gathering for those who seek the fascinating intersection of local and contemporary authors in the realm of family history. The Book Club events are Members Only events. Non-members are encouraged to have a look at all of the activities of the society. In particular, check out the Members Lounge webpage where all members only events are listed. If you feel keen to attend these activities, please join us.
Register Here
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 3
Starts: 24 Feb 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 24 Feb 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 1 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 1 Mar 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 2 Mar 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 2 Mar 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 4
Starts: 3 Mar 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 3 Mar 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Scottish Special Interest Group
Starts: 8 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 8 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Share information on researching Scottish forebears including resources, techniques, history and customs.
Please email scottish@qfhs.org.au
for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Queensland Pre-Separation Group
Starts: 8 Mar 2025 at 1:30 PM
Ends: 8 Mar 2025 at 3:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Queensland Pre-Separation Group focuses on the pioneers who lived in the area which became Queensland before its separation from the Colony of New South Wales on 10th December 1859.
To express interest in joining this event please contact convenors at presep@qfhs.org.au.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 5
Starts: 10 Mar 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 10 Mar 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 11 Mar 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 11 Mar 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Irish Research Group - Research Day
Starts: 13 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Mar 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN- PERSON at QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld The Irish Research Day is an opportunity to spend the day on your Irish family history research. Work alongside others and help each other as required. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Places are limited. Please register promptly with your QFHS membership number by contacting Dale Fogarty, convenor of the Irish Research Group irish@qfhs.org.au.
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 15 Mar 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 15 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Welsh Special Interest Group
Starts: 16 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 16 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE and MAY also be IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting
A small, friendly, interactive group who research family in Wales. We share stories and discuss our research, and there’s often a short talk or presentation.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 17 Mar 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 17 Mar 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Finding your family: the fundamentals of research - Week 6
Starts: 17 Mar 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 17 Mar 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
This six-week course will be very comprehensive for someone wanting to start researching their family history, but unsure of the process. Content will include home sources, organisation, BDM certificates, archives, libraries, newspapers, overseas research, and much more. Registrations will be limited to 10 people.
$60.00 members and $90.00 non-members (see inclusions below)
The cost includes:
The book, Where do I start?: a brief guide to researching your family in Australia and New Zealand by Shauna Hicks 2nd Edition (rrp $25).
For non-members, complimentary use of the QFHS Library and Resource Centre and members' area of the website for the term of the course is included.
Please note: This is a evening course 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm AEST (GMT+10)
The course accommodates 10 participants only.
Ticket sales close on Monday, 3 February 2025.
Presenters: QFHS Tutors
The dates are: 10 February, 17 February, 24 February, 03 March, 10 March, 17 March.
What our past participants say...
Thank you for a wonderful course and I look forward to joining in on many more in the future.
Yes this course met my expectations and more.
This course helped me focus on my research and organising records
Please read our cancellation and non-attendance policy
Members Lounge - Presenting … Moments in Migration.
Starts: 19 Mar 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 19 Mar 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
GUEST SPEAKER: EVE TERRY OF NAA.
TOPIC: MOMENTS IN MIGRATION: EXPLORING THE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE IN IMAGES.
Eve Terry is Manager of Public Engagement for the National Archives of Australia, Queensland. Eve is passionate about connecting people to their heritage through Australian Government records.
The National Archives of Australia holds a rich photographic collection documenting the migrant experience - from the often long and tiring journey to Australian shores, to settling into life in their adopted communities. This seminar will chart the migrant story through images of life in migrant accommodations camps, migrants’ contributions to the workforce and participation in cultural life
in Australia.
Register Here
Bi-annual Members General Meeting.
Starts: 25 Mar 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 25 Mar 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT will be held ONLINE.In addition to the Annual General Meeting in June, two significant General Meetings will be held each year, in March and September. Together, these will provide members with three major reporting occasions annually.At General Meetings, members will receive reports from the Society’s Executive Officers and each of the Strategic Priority champions.The meeting agenda plus President’s and Treasurer’s Reports will be available on the website for member perusal seven (7) days prior to the General Meeting. /events/general-meetings/documents/ (login required).
Members may register questions and/or add items to the agenda - email the Secretary at secretary@qfhs.org.au
All members are urged to participate. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Register Here
Members Lounge - Talking About … Ferries.
Starts: 26 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 26 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE. Ferries were one of the earliest forms of transport in all capital cities except Adelaide. Join us on a ""cruise"" from the colonal era to current times, along rivers and bays. Perhaps the Brisbane or Bremer rivers, or Moreton Bay. Perhaps we will be aboard the S S Experiment or the S S Koopa. Which ferry wharf will we be leaving from? Will it be Circular Quay or Redcliffe Jetty?
Who built your passenger ferry or vehicular ferry, and is it motivated by horse, cable, steam, diesel or electricity? Will we be passing under bridges or encountering navigational hazards or floods?
As the saying goes, it's not about the destination but the journey. Our experiences on this journey can embellish your knowledge of your ancestors' day to day lives. Facilitator: Nancy Edwards from the Queensland Family History Society Inc. Please note. This event does not have a presenter.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages. In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
As these sessions have a limited number of tickets to ensure everyone gets their chance to participate in the discussion, if you are booked and realise you are now unable to attend, please advise us so we can reallocate your ticket to someone on the waitlist. This event will be held at 10:00 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving
*Image thanks to: commons.wikimedia.org
Who built your passenger ferry or vehicular ferry, and is it motivated by horse, cable, steam, diesel or electricity? Will we be passing under bridges or encountering navigational hazards or floods?
As the saying goes, it's not about the destination but the journey. Our experiences on this journey can embellish your knowledge of your ancestors' day to day lives. Facilitator: Nancy Edwards from the Queensland Family History Society Inc. Please note. This event does not have a presenter.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages. In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
As these sessions have a limited number of tickets to ensure everyone gets their chance to participate in the discussion, if you are booked and realise you are now unable to attend, please advise us so we can reallocate your ticket to someone on the waitlist. This event will be held at 10:00 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving
Register Here
*Image thanks to: commons.wikimedia.org
English West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 27 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 27 Mar 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners Questions)
Starts: 29 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 29 Mar 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 30 Mar 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 30 Mar 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Members Lounge - Social - Coffee and Chat, Southside
Starts: 31 Mar 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 31 Mar 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
Meet at Lovewell Café, Mt Gravatt for morning t and chat,make new friends and take in the view from Mt Gravatt Lookout .
TBC
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 4 Apr 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 4 Apr 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Central European Special Interest Group
Starts: 5 Apr 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 5 Apr 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 6 Apr 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 6 Apr 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 8 Apr 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 8 Apr 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Learn@QFHS – NAA - Introduction to collection and Record Search
Starts: 11 Apr 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 11 Apr 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE. Presenter: Gail Chandler, NAA Archival OfficerThis seminar provides an overview of the National Archives of Australia (NAA) most valuable government records, with emphasis on those most relevant to family history research. It will include the Archives' most popular records including immigration and defence service records. Note: Attend online and/or view on catchup for a month after the meeting (when speakers have given consent). Limited places are available for each session, so bookings on Eventbrite are essential. This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) For suggestions for training course topics please contact the Education team at education@qfhs.org.au.
Register Here
Irish Research Group
Starts: 12 Apr 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 12 Apr 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting. The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 13 Apr 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Apr 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … Brisbane @ War.
Starts: 16 Apr 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 16 Apr 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Guest Speaker: Peter Dunn, OAM.
Topic: MILITARY LOCATIONS IN
BRISBANE DURING WWII
Peter Dunn OAM is a retired electrical engineer who worked in the electricity industry in Queensland for 45 years.
He is the Webmaster of the popular "Australia @ War" web site at www.ozatwar.com which contains everything you would want to know about military activities in Australia during WWII. Peter's research has made him realise that very few authors and historians have covered much detail about events that occurred on the home front during WWII. Peter has published 7 E-books on WWII in Australia.
Peter was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in January 2020 “for service to community history”. Peter is the Secretary of the Aviation Historical Society of Australia (Qld) Inc. which meets monthly at Archerfield Airport.
Peter grew up in Townsville and played in the bunkers and hangars left over from WWII. He went on to join the Air Training Corps and then the RAAF Reserve at Garbutt Airfield in Townsville in the mid to late 1960s. He relocated to Brisbane in January 1970 to continue his engineering degree at the QIT.
Peter will share details and photos of numerous military camps and depots located around Brisbane during WWII.
Register Here
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 17 Apr 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 17 Apr 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Thursday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Good Friday
Starts: 18 Apr 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 18 Apr 2025 at 11:59 PM
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Easter Saturday
Starts: 19 Apr 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 19 Apr 2025 at 11:59 PM
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Easter Sunday
Starts: 20 Apr 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 20 Apr 2025 at 11:59 PM
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Easter Monday
Starts: 21 Apr 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 21 Apr 2025 at 11:59 PM
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Anzac Day Public Holiday
Starts: 25 Apr 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 25 Apr 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations, and the contribution and suffering of all those who have served and their families.
DNA Special Interest Group (For those with some experience)
Starts: 26 Apr 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 26 Apr 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Book Club - "Bee Miles" by Rose Ellis
Starts: 28 Apr 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 28 Apr 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Our Book Club is the perfect gathering for those who seek the fascinating intersection of local and contemporary authors in the realm of family history.
Our book club is designed for family historians. We will read both fiction and non-fiction and share our opinions. Highbrow, lowbrow - we do not care as long as we are reading good writing and learning something along the way.
The Book Club events are Members Only events. Non-members are encouraged to have a look at all of the activities of the society. In particular, check out the Members Lounge webpage where all members only events are listed. If you feel keen to attend these activities, please join us.
Register Here
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 3 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 3 May 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 4 May 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 4 May 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed - Labour Day Public Holiday
Starts: 5 May 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 5 May 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
Celebrating the labour movement and specifically the achievement of a working day limited to eight hours.
Irish Resources at the QHFS Research Centre
Starts: 6 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 6 May 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
The Irish Research Group is hosting a free tour of the
Irish Resources IN-PERSON at the
OFHS Research Centre, at 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm
OR
ONLINE 10.00 - 11.00•am
Program includes:
o About the QFHS Research Centre
o About the Irish Research Group
o Irish Resources at the QFHS Research Centre and from home
o How to Search the Catalogue
o Role of the Library Assistants
For those attending in-person, there will be a guided tour of the Research Centre's Irish resources, followed by free time to explore for yourselves, enjoy refreshments and chat with others.
Please book on Eventbrite whether you are attending in person or online. Registrations close 28 April at 5.00 pm
Enquiries to irish@qfhs.org.au
Register Here
Scottish Special Interest Group
Starts: 10 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 10 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Share information on researching Scottish forebears including resources, techniques, history and customs.
Please email scottish@qfhs.org.au
for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 13 May 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 13 May 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Central European Special Interest Group
Starts: 15 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 15 May 2025 at 1:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld - intersection of Delaware and Waring St.
The Central European Research Day is an opportunity to spend some time on your family history research from Germany and surrounding areas. Work alongside others and help each other as required.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please let Eric Kopittke, convenor of the Central European Special Interest Group at centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au know if you would like to attend.
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 17 May 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 17 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Welsh Special Interest Group
Starts: 18 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 18 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE and MAY also be IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting
A small, friendly, interactive group who research family in Wales. We share stories and discuss our research, and there’s often a short talk or presentation.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 16 May 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 16 May 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE. The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced. Meetings Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm. We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … The Beginnings of Qld Railways
Starts: 21 May 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 21 May 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Guest Speaker: Greg Hallam. Greg will be attending at the Research Centre
Topic: The Beginnings of Queensland Railways, in the 1860s
It will be 160 years in July 2025 since the first section of railway line opened in Queensland (31 July 1865). Greg Hallam, Queensland Railways historian, will once again tell us the history of Queensland Rail. Charles Douglas Fox, the son of Sir Charles Fox, had read of railways in Norway, and travelled to see what was being achieved in providing an ‘economic’ steam locomotive operated railway, and also to investigate its adaption for the Southern and Western Railway in Queensland. The Foxes used their cross ‘North Sea’ experience with the 1067mm (3’6”) gauge when they endorsed it for Queensland in 1863. The Norwegian equipment was also used as a model when specifying the equipment for Queensland and for the 1067mm gauge railway. The first locomotives that entered service on the Southern and Western Railway were identical to the Avonside engines that were used on Norwegian railways in the early part of the 1860s - although unlike the Norwegian engines that were tank engines, the Queensland engines were tender locomotives.
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English West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 22 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 22 May 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners questions)
Starts: 24 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 24 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 25 May 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 25 May 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Research Centre.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Members Lounge - Social - Qld Muslim Museum, Holland Park
Starts: 26 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 26 May 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
The Qld Muslim Museum is located at:
309 Nursery Road, Holland Park.
Housed in a hall adjacent to the historic Holland Park Mosque, the Queensland Muslim Museum was inaugurated on 12 March 2017. The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and contributions of Muslims in Queensland. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that highlight the significant role Muslims have played in the state’s development, from the early Afghan cameleers to the diverse community of today.
The Holland Park Mosque, established in 1908 by Afghan cameleers, is the oldest mosque on Australia’s East Coast and a pivotal spiritual hub for Brisbane’s Muslim community. Originally housed in a traditional Queenslander style home, it was later replaced by a modern brick structure in 1966 to accommodate the growing community. This iconic mosque, renowned for its continuous operation for over a century, also serves as a vibrant community centre hosting social events, educational programs, and cultural activities.
The mosque and museum together serve as a testament to the enduring presence and integration of Muslims in Australian society. The museum’s establishment within this historical site underscores the commitment to preserving the rich heritage and fostering a deeper understanding of the Muslim community’s contributions to Queensland’s cultural fabric.
As we will be shown through the mosque please bring a scarf or shawl to cover your head and shoulders in the mosque, and as a show of respect, please wear slacks.
Register Here
Members Lounge - Talking About … Clothing. Your Photos and Mementos.
Starts: 28 May 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 28 May 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE. Facilitator: Nancy Edwards. Please note. This event does not have a presenter.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages. What apparel do you have that is handed down from earlier generations? You might be surprised how much you have and what it can tell you. You may have an heirloom christening gown, a debutante gown, an aunt's belt, a father's dancing pumps, a grandfather's gym shorts, or your grandmother's unmentionables. What does your item add to your family history? Who made it and who wore it? Where and when was it worn? Does it help you describe your ancestor? Are there any photos of it?
Do you have a photo with clothing that tells a story? Maybe a black armband, or a tennis outfit. This will be an opportunity for you to share items from your collection that enthuse you. This event will be held at 10 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving. +10 GMT)
* Postcard Series Comical Kiddies No.7 signed Graeff circa 1910
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages. What apparel do you have that is handed down from earlier generations? You might be surprised how much you have and what it can tell you. You may have an heirloom christening gown, a debutante gown, an aunt's belt, a father's dancing pumps, a grandfather's gym shorts, or your grandmother's unmentionables. What does your item add to your family history? Who made it and who wore it? Where and when was it worn? Does it help you describe your ancestor? Are there any photos of it?
Do you have a photo with clothing that tells a story? Maybe a black armband, or a tennis outfit. This will be an opportunity for you to share items from your collection that enthuse you. This event will be held at 10 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving. +10 GMT)
Register Here
* Postcard Series Comical Kiddies No.7 signed Graeff circa 1910
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 1 Jun 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 1 Jun 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Library Assistants Consultation and Training Session
Starts: 3 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 3 Jun 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This is an opportunity for Library Assistants and all Volunteers to keep up to date with all the latest developments at QFHS's Family History Research Centre, contribute to the strategic plan for our service in the future as well as learning about operational updates and opportunities for upskilling.
The agenda is still being finalized but will contain a short talk from Maurice and Doug from the Maps SIG who will be showing us what is on their computer. We will also be talking about the Koha rollout and training for the Kiosk, as well as general things that we as library assistants should be aware of. If there is anything specific you want to bring up, please let Dette know.
Register Here
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)Queensland Pre-Separation Group - Excursion (Heritage Walk in Brisbane City)
Starts: 6 Jun 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 6 Jun 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
The Queensland Pre-Separation Group focuses on the pioneers who lived in the area which became Queensland before its separation from the Colony of New South Wales on 10th December 1859.
To celebrate Queensland Day, see the Sites of Separation 1859-1869
We will start from the top of Wickham
Tce, Brisbane and head downhill.
Please email presep@qfhs.org.au to
show your interest and receive details.]
Extended excursion will start near the top of Wickham Tce and head downhill.
To express interest in joining this event please contact convenors at presep@qfhs.org.au.
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 6 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 6 Jun 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Central European Special Interest Group.
Starts: 7 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 7 Jun 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON AT NUNDAH HISTORIC CEMETERY, 88 Hedley Avenue, Nundah.
Join us for our June meeting at the historic Nundah Cemetery, Queensland’s oldest surviving cemetery. The early German settlers in the area established it during the 1840s.
We’ll have the opportunity to learn about the history of the cemetery and of the Nundah area generally. As we explore the cemetery, wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended.
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information. QFHS members please include your membership number.
Guests are welcome by sending a request.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 8 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 8 Jun 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 10 Jun 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 10 Jun 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Learn@QFHS – The Visitations Books in Genealogy.
Starts: 13 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Jun 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Presenter: Patrice Connelly.
The Visitations Books were compiled in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and are a unique genealogical resource. Compiled by the official Heralds, they are a fascinating source of information on the upper classes in England before the parish registers were established.
Patrice Connelly will introduce you to the books, their geographical reach, how they were compiled, their contents and layouts, and the traps for the unwary as well as a few extra useful resources.
Note: Attend online and/or view on catchup for a month after the meeting (when speakers have given consent).
Limited places are available for each session, so bookings on Eventbrite are essential.
This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
For suggestions for training course topics please contact the Education team at education@qfhs.org.au.
Register Here
Irish Research Group
Starts: 14 Jun 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 14 Jun 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 16 Jun 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 16 Jun 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
QFHS Annual General Meeting
Starts: 18 Jun 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 18 Jun 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting. QFHS holds an Annual General Meeting (AGM) in June each year. At the AGM, The Annual Report and Financial statements are presented to the membership.
Members will then elect a Management Committee for the next 12 months.
Draft Minutes and Agenda for the AGM will be found at /events/general-meetings/documents/.Members and visitors may attend either in person at the Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware St, Chermside, or online via Zoom.
Members unable to attend in person and unfamiliar with Zoom may contact the Secretary for assistance. Members and visitors must register to attend the AGM, whether attending in person or online. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)Register Here
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 21 Jun 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 21 Jun 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
DNA Special Interest Group (For those with some experience)
Starts: 28 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 28 Jun 2024 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Book Club - "Dusk" by Robbie Arnott. Historical Fiction.
Starts: 30 Jun 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 30 Jun 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Our Book Club is the perfect gathering for those who seek the fascinating intersection of local and contemporary authors in the realm of family history.
Our book club is designed for family historians. We will read both fiction and non-fiction and share our opinions. Highbrow, lowbrow - we do not care as long as we are reading good writing and learning something along the way.
The Book Club events are Members Only events. Non-members are encouraged to have a look at all of the activities of the society. In particular, check out the Members Lounge webpage where all members only events are listed. If you feel keen to attend these activities, please join us.
Register Here
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 5 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 5 Jul 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 6 Jul 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 6 Jul 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 8 Jul 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 8 Jul 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Irish Research Group - Research Day
Starts: 10 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 10 Jul 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN- PERSON at QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld - intersection of Delaware and Waring St.
The Irish Research Day is an opportunity to spend the day on your Irish family history research. Work alongside others and help each other as required. Please bring your lunch or food to share.
A-great-opportunity-to•spend•the-day-on your Irish family. history. research.
Come and work alongside others and help eac other as required. Bring your lunch or food to share.
To get the most out of your time, we recommend you prepare by: I|
• Reviewing your current research and bringing what you need with you
• Try to specify clear research questions or goals to focus your work
There will be friendly, helpful and experienced people available to assist each other.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Places are limited.
Please contact Dale Fogarty, convenor of the Irish Research Group at irish@qfhs.org.au with your QFHS membership number.
Scottish Special Interest Group
Starts: 12 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 12 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Share information on researching Scottish forebears including resources, techniques, history and customs.
Please email scottish@qfhs.org.au
for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … The misfortunes of four migrant sisters
Starts: 16 Jul 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 16 Jul 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Guest Speaker: Alan Tonks.
Allan Tonks will talk about the collective experience of four English sisters who each migrated to New Zealand at different times; these were Ann VALLENDER (arriving in New Zealand in 1867), Esther (in 1874), Elizabeth (in 1876), and Jeanetta (in 1910). The presentation will consider how stories of women tend to be overshadowed by the stories of our male pioneers. It will also consider the uncomfortable subject of illegitimate pregnancies and the dire consequences these often had for women in our families. Members of the Vallender family eventually emigrated from Gloucestershire to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States, and even to France.
Register Here
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 19 Jul 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 19 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Welsh Special Interest Group
Starts: 20 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 20 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE and MAY also be IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting
A small, friendly, interactive group who research family in Wales. We share stories and discuss our research, and there’s often a short talk or presentation.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 21 Jul 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 21 Jul 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Talking About … Cyclones
Starts: 23 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 23 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
Please join us for our latest Talking About.
A cyclone may have resulted in your ancestor having a fearful journey to Australia. And if your ancestors settled in northern Australia, some cyclones have been disasters that blew away or washed away their homes, their sources of income, their places of worship, and sometimes their lives. If you had sea-faring ancestors, they may have suffered damage from gales to their ships more than once.
If you have a cyclone or hurricane story from your own experience or your family history research, we will be interested in hearing your story. While we are chatting we might discover some new resources for our research.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages.
In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Register Here
English West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 24 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 24 Jul 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners Questions)
Starts: 26 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 26 Jul 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 27 Jul 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 27 Jul 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Research Centre.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 1 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 1 Aug 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Central European Special Interest Group.
Starts: 2 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 2 Aug 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Members Lounge - Social - Toowong Cemetery Guided Walk
Starts: 3 Aug 2025 at 10:15 AM
Ends: 3 Aug 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THISEVENT WILL BE HELD IN-PERSON AT TOOWONG CEMETERY, Frederick St, Toowong.
Join us for a social get-together for a GUIDED TOUR provided by the Friends of Toowong Cemetery. We will meet at 10.30 am under the flagpole in Canon Garland Place at the Toowong Cemetery. Parking is available inside the cemetery. Bring walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and an umbrella if you need more shade (or if it's wet!). Bring your friends.
Toilets are available at Canon Garland Place within the cemetery - they are not wheel-chair accessible.
Heritage‑listed Toowong Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Queensland. The first burial was of Governor Samuel Blackall on 3 January 1871. Read his and hundreds of other stories about the people who shaped Brisbane, Queensland, and Australia's history.
Register Here
This Eventbrite Link will go live on 1 June, 2025.Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 3 Aug 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 3 Aug 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
QFHS Annual Book Award for Family History and Author's Discussion
Starts: 6 Aug 2025 at 11:00 AM
Ends: 6 Aug 2025 at 1:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held at Hornets Football Club, 50 Graham Road, Carseldine. This will be an IN_PERSON event only. The QFHS Annual Book award celebrates the effort that authors have put into writing up their family history. The award requires that the work have Queensland relevance and that it is properly researched and engagingly written. The five authors of the books that entered this year will participate in a group discussion about their entries and the experience of advancing their research to the point of publication. Five authors for our Family History Book Award 2025 will talk about their books and writing processes. The books and authors are: * The Sugar King, by Catherine Smith * Substance and Shadows, by Jennifer Vivian Smith * May the Cane Prosper - A Queensland Story, by Pene Greet and Avis-Ann Ballard * A Poor Hand Well Played - A Family Story Across Several Generationsd, by Anne Heatherington. This year's QFHS Inc Family History Book Award winner will be announced. There will be opporunities for sales and signing as well. Lunch is available at the venue afterwards at your own expense.
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Learn@QFHS – Understanding your old photos, their past, present and future.
Starts: 8 Aug 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 8 Aug 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Presenter: Steve Gill, presenting from UK
Understanding your old photos, their past, present and future..
Stephen Gill FRPS is a highly respected photographic historian, researcher, and restoration expert with decades of experience in the field.
As the founder of Photo-Consult, he specializes in analyzing, restoring, and interpreting historical photographs, helping clients uncover the hidden stories behind their images. A Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society (FRPS), Stephen is known for his meticulous attention to detail and deep knowledge of photographic history. Through Photo-Consult, he offers expert guidance on dating, identifying, and preserving old photographs, combining traditional expertise with modern research techniques to bring the past to life.
The talk includes a second section:
AI is revolutionizing photography, but is it truly beneficial? In this talk, Stephen will explore AI’s role in restoring old photos— highlighting its flaws—and contrast it with its powerful potential for historical research. Join us to discuss whether AI is a tool or a troublemaker in photo restoration.
Steve Gill FRPS. ASICI. PGCE.
https://www.photo-consult.co.uk/ Author of:
The Family Detective
Dating By Design Volume One
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Come along to some interesting talks.
Limit of 50 people, so bookings on Eventbrite are essential when it is available..
$35 members (QFHS & GSQ) $45 non-members
This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
For suggestions for training course topics please contact the Education team at education@qfhs.org.au.
Register Here
Irish Research Group
Starts: 9 Aug 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 9 Aug 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 10 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 10 Aug 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 12 Aug 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 12 Aug 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Ekka holiday - QFHS Research Centre OPEN
Starts: 13 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Aug 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
Despite being a public holiday in the Brisbane area for the Royal Queensland Show (Exhibition or "Ekka"), the QFHS Research Centre will be open for you to research.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 16 Aug 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 16 Aug 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Research Centre.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 18 Aug 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 18 Aug 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … Researching your Convict Ancestors
Starts: 20 Aug 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 20 Aug 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting. Guest Speaker: Ann Swain After serving their sentences, many of the 160,000 convicts transported to Australia went on to become leading members of their community, but it was not until the 1988 bicentennial celebrations that having convict ancestry was considered special rather than something for families to be ashamed of and not talk about. In fact many Australians have family stories of convict ancestry, or discover some when they start researching their family history, and, because convicts were government’s responsibility, surviving records for them are often more comprehensive than for free settlers. In her talk, Ann will provide a brief history of transportation to Australia; discuss researching families during the convict period; and illustrate with examples the use of some of the records to discover more about the convicts themselves and their activities.
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DNA Special Interest Group (For those with some experience)
Starts: 23 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 23 Aug 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.aufor more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Book Club - "Outrageous Fortunes" by Lucy Sussex and Megan Brown
Starts: 25 Aug 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 25 Aug 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Our Book Club is the perfect gathering for those who seek the fascinating intersection of local and contemporary authors in the realm of family history.
Our book club is designed for family historians. We will read both fiction and non-fiction and share our opinions. Highbrow, lowbrow - we do not care as long as we are reading good writing and learning something along the way.
The Book Club events are Members Only events. Non-members are encouraged to have a look at all of the activities of the society. In particular, check out the Members Lounge webpage where all members only events are listed. If you feel keen to attend these activities, please join us.
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QFHS Open Day
Starts: 30 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 30 Aug 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This will be held at the QFHS Resource Centre at 46 Delaware Street, Queensland, 4034. Bring friends and family to our Library and Resource Centre and introduce them to all that QFHS has to offer. Guided tours, Demonstrations, and guidance on researching DNA, Central Europe, India and the Far East, English West Country, Scotland, Wales and Ireland Special discounted memberships, and Publications for sale. Raffles, cups of tea/coffee and show bag. There will be lots happening,, so PLEASE SAVE THE DATE!
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Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 6 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 6 Sep 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 7 Sep 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 7 Sep 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 9 Sep 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 9 Sep 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Scottish Special Interest Group
Starts: 13 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Share information on researching Scottish forebears including resources, techniques, history and customs. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email scottish@qfhs.org.au
for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Queensland Pre-Separation Group
Starts: 13 Sep 2025 at 1:30 PM
Ends: 13 Sep 2025 at 3:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Queensland Pre-Separation Group focuses on the pioneers who lived in the area which became Queensland before its separation from the Colony of New South Wales on 10th December 1859.
To express interest in joining this event please contact convenors at presep@qfhs.org.au.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 15 Sep 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 15 Sep 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … Mawson's Medical Men
Starts: 17 Sep 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 17 Sep 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting. Guest Speaker: Dr Roger Wilkinson AM Dr Roger Wilkinson will chat about the four doctors who accompanied explorer Sir Douglas Mawson to Antarctica. Three medicos went on the first Australian Antarctic Expedition (AAE) of 1911-14 - Drs ‘Archie’ McLean, Evan Jones and Leslie Whetter. Dr. W.W. Ingram was the doctor on the British, Australian, New Zealand Antarctic Research Expedition (BANZARE) of 1929-31. Roger will uncover the backgrounds of all four men and put them into their places in the expeditions. There follows a detailed discussion on the medical aspects of both expeditions and the medical supplies available to the doctors. The AAE found Antarctica to be a fearsome and dangerous but beautiful place and mapped considerable areas of land in the vicinity of their two bases. BANZARE was a much more sedate and somewhat less risky venture in that they had two summer voyages mapping coastline. It was during this voyage that Mawson formally annexed the Australian Antarctic Territory for King George the Fifth.
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Microsoft Excel - Beyond The Basics
Starts: 18 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 18 Sep 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld - intersection of Delaware and Waring St.Designed for current Microsoft Excel users, this session is for those wanting to build on existing fundamental skills to go beyond building simple workbooks to manipulate and manage data.Topics covered will include Sorting and Filtering, Extracting and manipulating data using functions, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation and more. This is a hands-on workshop.Participants need a basic understanding of Excel.Presenter: Debra Ricks This is a members only session. More information can be found here.
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 20 Sep 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 20 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Bi-annual Members General Meeting.
Starts: 23 Sep 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ends: 23 Sep 2025 at 9:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT will be held ONLINE.
In addition to the Annual General Meeting in June, two significant General Meetings will be held each year, in March and September. Together, these will provide members with three major reporting occasions annually.
At General Meetings, members will receive reports from the Society’s Executive Officers and each of the Strategic Priority champions.
The meeting agenda plus President’s and Treasurer’s Reports will be available on the website for member perusal seven (7) days prior to the General Meeting. Members may register questions and/or add items to the agenda - email the Secretary at secretary@qfhs.org.au
All members are urged to participate.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
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Members Lounge - Talking About … Learning by Contributing
Starts: 24 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 24 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Contributing to the broad family history community - online and offline - can return unexpected benefits to you.
There are many advantages to joining the contributing community including building new friendships, having a sense of purpose, connecting with others in meaningful ways and keeping your brain active.
When we look specifically at genealogy, there is the potential to find a missing jigsaw piece to your family tree, acquire knowledge, learn through volume how to use crowdsourcing platforms better, and to hone your existing skills.
What is your favourite way of contributing? Are you a member of the Voluntrove community, a Wikipedian, or a transcriber for FromThePage? Or have you found your niche closer to home as a volunteer on one (or more than one) of the QFHS teams?
Please come along and share with us which programmes have benefited from your volunteering, and in turn have enriched and fulfilled your own life.
Facilitator: Nancy Edwards from the Queensland Family History Society Inc.
Social connection and learning will be promoted by a facilitator providing discussion opportunities for the participants, through prompts, conversation and chat messages.
In some instances there may be a list of resources and the 'chat' emailed to participants after the event. The event will not be recorded.
This event will be held at 10 am Queensland, Australia time (AEST, no daylight saving)
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*Image: Brain_with_a_head_outline_and_grey_and_blue_puzzle_pieces.jpg Wikimedia Commons Wikimedia CommonsEnglish West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 25 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 25 Sep 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners questions)
Starts: 27 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 27 Sep 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 28 Sep 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 28 Sep 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Closing date for Services to Family History nominations
Starts: 30 Sep 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 30 Sep 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
The Award for Services to Family History is presented annually to QFHS members who have made a significant contribution to family history. For further information, visit qfhs.org.au/about-us/awards/
Members Lounge - Social - Coffee and Chat, Northside
Starts: 1 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 1 Oct 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
Unfortunately the Eden Gardens has closed. We have arranged another venue for our morning tea at The Crepe Cafe, Aspley. This is a social get-together for members on the north side of Brisbane to get to know one another . You may not all go to the Research Centre on the same day so this is a relaxed way to enjoy a cuppa together. We hope to see you on Wednesday 1 October. You can order coffee/tea and cake, or a crepe. A scan of the menu will be forwarded to members registered on the day before. We have booked a table inside in the air-conditioning. Directions: The Crepe Cafe is behind the Lazyboy shop at Aspley Homemaker Centre, Zillmere Road, Aspley.
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Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 3 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 3 Oct 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Central European Special Interest Group.
Starts: 4 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 4 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 5 Oct 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 5 Oct 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Library Assistants Consultation and Training Session
Starts: 7 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 7 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This is an opportunity for Library Assistants and all Volunteers to keep up to date with all the latest developments at QFHS's Family History Research Centre, contribute to the strategic plan for our service in the future as well as learning about operational updates and opportunities for upskilling.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Learn@QFHS – Ten Things you need to know about newspaper research
Starts: 10 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 10 Oct 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
Ten Things you need to know about newspaper research. This event will be held ONLINE. Presenter: Sue Reid Family historians also know that newspapers are indispensable for adding detail to family history. We are fortunate that so many free digital newspapers are available. Each newspaper site or platform has similarities to and differences from other sites, but there are some principles you should know about when searching newspapers. For example, when was the long s (also known as the medial s or initial s) used, and how can we search for words that may contain the long s.This presentation will look at some present key issues that will assist you in your search, no matter what site you are using. Limited places are available for each session, so bookings on Eventbrite are essential. This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) For suggestions for training course topics please contact the Education team at education@qfhs.org.au.
Irish Research Group
Starts: 11 Oct 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 11 Oct 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 12 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 12 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 14 Oct 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 14 Oct 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Members Lounge - Presenting … Who? What? When?, Why? Brisbane Town 1842-45
Starts: 15 Oct 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 15 Oct 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Guest Speaker: Dr Jennifer Harrison
On 10 Feb 1842 the Moreton Bay penal colony was declared open to free settlers. Who came? And Why? More importantly what was luring these pioneers? How did they get here? Did they stay?
This presentation seeks to explore how a former penal colony transitions to a town? Those who populate your research came in the years before Separation from New South Wales in December 1859 but during this relatively short period each batch of years held its own attractions and disadvantages. Let’s look at initial development and appreciate how intrepid, strong yet foolhardy and trusting our forebears were.
After the presentation our new 2025 Pre-separation Group members will be presented with their certificates.
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New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 18 Oct 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 18 Oct 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Research Centre.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 20 Oct 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 20 Oct 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
DNA Special Interest Group (For those with some experience)
Starts: 25 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 25 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Book Club - "One Free Woman"
Starts: 27 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 27 Oct 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
Our last book club for the year will be a HYBRID event i.e. IN-PERSON or ONLINE. A zoom link will be sent out to those who can only attend online a couple of days before the event. Author Jane Smith launched her latest book at Connections 2025 earlier this year - it is the true story of convict Hannah Rigby. 'With meticulous research and engaging writing, Jane Smith not only creates a fascinating portrait of the extraordinary life of the truly unstoppable Hannah Rigby, but also deftly situates it within a richly-textured tapestry of early colonial life in Australia, in all its cruelties, characters, and complexities.' Sophie Masson AM, award-winning author. One Free Woman tells the compelling true story of the only female convict to stay in Moreton Bay when the penal settlement closed – a woman who notoriously served three separate sentences of transportation, including two at one of the harshest establishments in the country. Jane is an author, editor and librarian/archivist. She writes fiction and non-fiction for all ages; find out more about her books here. In 2024 she was honoured to be a Visiting Fellow of the Harry Gentle Resource Centre (Griffith University), awarded to support her research into convict Hannah Rigby. Her books will be available for sale on the day. The Book Club events are Members Only events. Non-members are encouraged to have a look at all of the activities of the society. In particular, check out the Members Lounge webpage where all members only events are listed. If you feel keen to attend these activities, please join us.
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Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 1 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 1 Nov 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 2 Nov 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 2 Nov 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
Microsoft Word Intermediate
Starts: 6 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 6 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld - intersection of Delaware and Waring St.Designed for current Microsoft Word users, this session is for those wanting to learn more about using the software. Topics covered will include formatting, using styles, referencing and setting up indexes. This is a hands-on workshop.Participants need a basic understanding of MS Word.Presenter: Debra Ricks This is a members only session. More information can be found here.
Scottish Special Interest Group
Starts: 8 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 8 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
Share information on researching Scottish forebears including resources, techniques, history and customs.
Please email scottish@qfhs.org.au
for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 11 Nov 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 11 Nov 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
Irish Research Group - Research Day
Starts: 13 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 13 Nov 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN- PERSON at QFHS Family History Research Centre, 46 Delaware Street, Chermside, Qld The Irish Research Day is an opportunity to spend the day on your Irish family history research. Work alongside others and help each other as required. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Places are limited. Please register promptly with your QFHS membership number by contacting Dale Fogarty, convenor of the Irish Research Group irish@qfhs.org.au.
Family History Writing Group
Starts: 15 Nov 2025 at 9:00 AM
Ends: 15 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
This is a friendly and accepting group, which includes experienced writers and beginners. We are always keen to welcome new members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email fhwriters@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Welsh Special Interest Group
Starts: 16 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 16 Nov 2025 at 1:00 PM
Notes:
Notes: This event will be held IN PERSON at the QFHS Family History Research Centre. We invite you to dip your toe into researching in Wales, while enjoying some traditional Welsh treats. Discover the wealth of Welsh resources available at the QFHS Research Centre and online. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Please email welsh@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting
The Master Genealogist User Group
Starts: 17 Nov 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 17 Nov 2025 at 8:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Master Genealogist for Windows (TMG) is a computer program described as the complete family history project manager. The TMG software assists users to manage and organise data, images, charts, forms, to-do lists, research logs, and more. The TMG User Group caters to the needs of all users, from novice to advanced.
Meetings
Our group meets on the third Monday of each month, except December, between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.
We are currently meeting online, via Zoom. If you wish to join a meeting, please contact the Convenors, Kevin Haley & Peter Frederick.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email tmg@qfhs.org.au for further information or a link to the online meeting.
Members Lounge - Presenting … Winifred Oaten
Starts: 19 Nov 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 19 Nov 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting. Guest Speaker: Chris Schuetz Janeth Deen OAM is unable to present her talk on Wednesday 19 November due to ill health. Chris Schuetz has kindly stepped up with a new Presenting... topic, a story of a courageous Queenslander and a different mosque in Australia.
In 1892 little Winifred Oaten boarded a ship with her parents bound for Queensland. Her mother could not face the voyage, but Winifred continued with her father to land that turned out to be infested with prickly pear.
After a bad first husband she married an Afghan camel driver who really cared for her, and ended up going to Mecca.
THIS IS A CHRISTMAS MEETING. IF ATTENDING AT OUR RESEARCH CENTRE, PLEASE BRING A PLATE OF GOODIES TO SHARE.Register Here
DNA Special Interest Group (Beginners questions)
Starts: 22 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 22 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
This group seeks to share information on aspects of genetic family history.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please contact dna@qfhs.org.aufor more information or a link to the online meeting.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 23 Nov 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 23 Nov 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held IN-PERSON at the QFHS Research Centre.
Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Members Lounge - Social - Qld Holocaust Museum.
Starts: 25 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 25 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
The Queensland Holocaust Museum is located in the St Stephen's Cathedral Precinct, at 168 Charlotte St, Brisbane.
The Holocaust, also known as the Shoah, was a tragic event in history where 6 million Jewish people and 5 million others were persecuted, tortured and murdered by the Nazi regime during WW2. It serves as a reminder of the horrors that can result from prejudice, discrimination and hate. Located on the lower ground floor of the historic Penola Place and the Old Archive Building, the museum delivers an exceptional experience. Visitors will be immersed in the storytelling, the history and the personal Queensland stories behind the Holocaust. Tickets $10, concession $8.
Holocaust museum website https://hmq.org.au/visit/
Register Here
English West Country Special Interest Group
Starts: 27 Nov 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ends: 27 Nov 2025 at 2:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
If you have an interest in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Dorset, you will be made very welcome at the English West Country SIG. At our friendly and informal meetings we discuss our recent progress and offer assistance with problems.
Please contact englishwestcountry@qfhs.org.au for more information or a link to the online meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Family Tree Maker User Group
Starts: 5 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 5 Dec 2025 at 11:30 AM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The QFHS Family Tree Maker (FTM) User Group shows members in a user-friendly way what they can achieve using the program to record, display and export data from their family trees.
At our meetings we collegiately demonstrate and discuss FTM related topics raised by members. For example, the topic may concern Custom Reports: What can these reports be used for? How are they set up? Your suggestions or questions are welcome - at, before, or following a meeting.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email familytree@qfhs.org.au for further information, or for a link to the online meeting.
Central European Special Interest Group.
Starts: 6 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 6 Dec 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held online and in-person at the QFHS Family History Research Centre i.e. a HYBRID meeting.
The Central European Special Interest Group assists members researching their families from Germany and surrounding areas. Meetings include presentations on German resources, research techniques and Germany's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email centraleuropean@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Family Historian Software User Group
Starts: 7 Dec 2025 at 1:00 PM
Ends: 7 Dec 2025 at 3:00 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE using the DISCORD PLATFORM.
The Family Historian Software User Group for members using the genealogical software
Family Historian, providing opportunities for us to learn and support each other.
Our aims:
Enable users to help each other
Make family history research and recording enjoyable
Have friendly get-togethers to swap the highs, lows, and amusing aspects of family history.
Meetings:
Our meetings are held online, on the first Sunday of the month, 1:00 pm -3:00pm AEST
Convenor: Malcolm Kingston
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Registered members will receive regular meeting reminders. To join this group and receive meeting reminders, please email familyhistorian@qfhs.org.au
QFHS Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea, Presentation of QFHS Inc.
Starts: 8 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 8 Dec 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
At this Thank You Morning Tea, the Award for Services to Family History 2025 will be presented, along with the winner of the Journal Article of the Year. We are grateful for all the work undertaken throughout the year by our wonderful volunteers. We are also acutely aware that many volunteers make important contributions without ever setting foot on our premises. They do all their volunteering for the Society online. Therefore, the Volunteers Thank You Morning Tea will be a hybrid event so our remote access members can participate in the proceedings.We hope, wherever you are, you can join us. We will also recognise a member with the presentation of the Award for Services to Family History 2025. The recipient of the award will have made a significant contribution either to family history in general for the benefit of all family historians or to the Society in ways that benefit all members, whether it be to improve Society resources or to assist with the functioning of the Society and delivery of services to members. In addition, the winner of the Journal Article of the Year will be announced. All volunteers are invited to register for the event–whether attending in-person or online or giving your apologies. We will provide online attendees with the Zoom link the day before the event. We look forward to the pleasure of your company at the Volunteers Morning Tea. This event is by invitation only. Please RSVP via your invitation. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Management Committee Meeting
Starts: 9 Dec 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ends: 9 Dec 2025 at 9:30 PM
Notes:
Management Committee meetings are held ONLINE at 7.00pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (with minor variations - please confirm dates on the calendar).
Click on the meeting title above or the image for names and information about the current MC members.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10).
QFHS Members may submit items for the MC meeting agenda at any time by contacting the Secretary by emailing secretary@qfhs.org.au.
New Members Welcome and Orientation
Starts: 10 Dec 2025 at 9:30 AM
Ends: 10 Dec 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE. Enjoy an overview of research material and facilities available in the QFHS Family History Research Centre. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10) Bookings essential at welcome@qfhs.org.au.
Irish Research Group
Starts: 13 Dec 2025 at 10:30 AM
Ends: 13 Dec 2025 at 12:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE.
The Irish Research Group assists members researching their Irish families. Meetings include presentations on Irish resources, research techniques and Ireland's history and culture. Meetings are also an opportunity to ask questions, to share knowledge and skills, and to help each other explore and resolve research challenges.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email irish@qfhs.org.au to request more information or a link to the online meeting. QFHS members please include your membership number. Guests are welcome by sending a request.
Queensland Pre-Separation Group
Starts: 13 Dec 2025 at 1:30 PM
Ends: 13 Dec 2025 at 3:30 PM
Notes:
This event will be held ONLINE. The Queensland Pre-Separation Group focuses on the pioneers who lived in the area which became Queensland before its separation from the Colony of New South Wales on 10th December 1859. This event commemorates the Proclamation Day. To express interest in joining this event please contact convenors at presep@qfhs.org.au. Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
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Starts: 14 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 14 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
Colonial India and the Far East Special Interest Group
Starts: 14 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ends: 14 Dec 2025 at 12:00 PM
Notes:
THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
The Colonial India and the Far East SIG is a friendly, collaborative group that explores the ever-increasing resources available to research Colonial India and the Far East. Our meetings share information, ideas, and short presentations about this fascinating time and place.
Note: This event is held in QLD time, AEST: no daylight saving. (GMT+10)
Please email indiafe@qfhs.org.aufor more information or a link to the online meeting.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 15 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 15 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
Notes:
QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 16 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 16 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Starts: 17 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 17 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 18 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 18 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 19 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 19 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Starts: 20 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 20 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Starts: 21 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 21 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 22 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 22 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 23 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 23 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 24 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 24 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 25 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 25 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 26 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 26 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 27 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 27 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 28 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 28 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 29 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 29 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 30 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 30 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 31 Dec 2025 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 31 Dec 2025 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 1 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 1 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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New Years Day. New Years Resolution - find and document more of your family history.
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 2 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 2 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed
Starts: 3 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 3 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
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Starts: 4 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 4 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
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Starts: 5 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 5 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 6 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 6 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 7 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 7 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 8 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 8 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 9 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 9 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 10 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 10 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 11 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 11 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 12 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 12 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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QFHS Family History Research Centre re-opens on 13 January, 2026
QFHS Family History Research Centre Closed.
Starts: 13 Jan 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ends: 13 Jan 2026 at 11:59 PM
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