UPCOMING EVENTS AND LATEST NEWS
Starting a Family History Journey – Tuesday 26 August 2025 @ 2pm
PREVIOUS EVENTS AND NEWS
Our Cuppa and Chat afternoon at the Hill Top Farm Cafe was enjoyed by everyone who attended…. The scones, jam and cream went down very well, and the coffee was lovely…. Thank you to everyone who came – we didn’t solve any brick walls, but it was a great opportunity to get to know each other a little more. Shall we do it again – the answer was a resounding YES.
DNA: The Family Connection
Saturday 21 June 2025 @ 1.30pm
Have you ever wondered what your DNA might reveal? Could your DNA lead you to a famous family member or perhaps one with an interesting and colourful history?
On Saturday 21st June, The Phillip Island and District Genealogical Society (PIADGS) was pleased to host a talk by Dr. Jenny Redman from the Genealogical Society of Victoria about that very subject, DNA. Dr Redman presented a very comprehensive talk concerning DNA, the process involved and the advantages and disadvantages of using this means for family history research. It was a very interesting and valuable talk, with many examples of where DNA successfully produced correct information. DNA is a means to provide a good guideline for investigation, as official records still must be viewed with suspicion until corroborating evidence is obtained. Following the talk a number of questions were asked relating to individual research and advice provided. A delicious afternoon tea was provided by members of the PIADGS, whilst those attending chatted, many who had travelled from off the Island.
Thank you to the Bass Coast Shire Council who provided a generous Quick Response Grant which funded the speaker, hall hire, advertising and new display flags. Also a big thank you to those members who assisted by providing afternoon tea and help with the room set up.
Saturday 12 April 2025 @ 1.30pm
Fun, Trivia and afternoon Tea
22 members attended, and as promised, the afternoon tea was scrumptious – Jenny Dixon’s cream and passionfruit sponge proved to be an absolute favourite. Whilst everyone got stuck into the trivia questions, groups of members were taken into the Computer Room where our new website was demonstrated.The Trivia questions were challenging, and Lesley scored the highest total. All in all, it was a successful afternoon.
Saturday 19 March 2022 @ 1.30 – 4pm
Covid permitting, another FTM assistance session for beginners and experienced users, will be held on 19 March. This is a chance to ask questions and share experiences with other researchers.
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