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23.01.2022 Did you know? One of the most Notorious pirates in history was a woman!

23.01.2022 VALE HAROLD MARTIN One of Australia’s last Thai-Burma Railway survivors died yesterday afternoon in Albany at the age of 103. For what he went through and the l...egacy he honoured, Harold Martin was a giant in a city inextricably linked with the history of Australia’s wartime sacrifice. Mr Martin endured two years of slave labour on what came to be known as the Death Railway before he was put on a ship bound for Japanese coal mines. That ship was hit by US torpedoes, leaving him and hundreds of other skeletal prisoners of war treading water in the South China Sea. He and 72 fellow Allied soldiers were picked up by the crew of the USS Pampanito after almost four days spent clinging to makeshift life rafts. In the past decade, Mr Martin made several trips back to Thailand and Myanmar. He recited the Ode at the Hellfire Pass dawn service last year. In April last year, before that final return to the railway, he told friends it would be fitting in a sense if he died in Thailand. I honestly think his opinion is, ‘Well, I’d be here with all the others who didn’t make it back’, friend Morris Blake told the Advertiser last year. More than 2700 Australians died working on the Thai-Burma Railway. Lest we forget.

21.01.2022 It is important to take care of old photos. Store them flat and keep them out of direct sunlight, dampness and heat. Use clear plastic bags to store them and use a soft tip pencil to label them.

20.01.2022 To better understand your ancestors google - 'Your Family Tree Explained - You Tube'.

20.01.2022 A quick reminder that our Burrawang store is closed on Saturdays and only open for order pick up through the week until further notice. Orders can be place onli...ne at maugers.com.au or by phone 48864327. Our Moss Vale store is open 8.30 to 12.30 Saturday and 8.30 to 5.30 week days with all the usual products. Sorry for any inconvenience. See more

20.01.2022 Genealogy helps children understand their role in the family.

20.01.2022 In 1814, Governor Macquarie launched a program for the civilisation of the Aborigines. On the suggestion of William Shelley, a former missionary, a 'Native Institution' was established at Parramatta for the purpose of educating, Christianising and giving vocation training to Aboriginal children.

20.01.2022 Welcome Sharday Jabbour Christian.

19.01.2022 Archives New Zealand is New Zealand's National Archive and the official guardian of its public archives. Research undertaken by an Archivist costs NZ$50 for 1/2 hour and there is a 15 week days turnaround.

19.01.2022 Once you identify the gaps in your family history, work on finding that information.

19.01.2022 DNA Tests expose Paternity.

18.01.2022 Welcome Ashleigh Van NiekerkWelcome Ashleigh Van Niekerk

18.01.2022 As a Qualified Family and Community Historian with over 10 year of experience, Frances of Family Fascination can expertly deliver your family history needs! As...sociation Memberships include: Australasian Association of Genealogists & Record Agents (AAGRA) Military History Society of NSW Inc The Shire Military History Club Society of Australian Genealogists New Zealand Society of Genealogists The Womens' Pioneer Society of Australasia Inc

18.01.2022 Where do you fit on your family tree? Let me find that out for you.

17.01.2022 Finding letters, documents, records, diaries, drawings and newspaper accounts are important primary sources for historians.

17.01.2022 On the 7th June, 2019 the Women's Pioneer Society of Australasia marked the 90th Anniversary of their formation. In 1929, five women from pioneer families met in the Royal Botanic Gardens with the intent to preserve the memory of our early pioneer settlers.

17.01.2022 Enterprising women on the 'Bussorah Merchant' emigrant ship in 1848 responded to advertisements which attracted them to migrate to far-away Australia. In contrast to convicts, these courageous women freely chose to make the long journey to the other side of the world.

16.01.2022 The records kept by churches of events such as baptisms, marriages and burials are sometimes the only record of a person's existence in early times.

16.01.2022 Photographs became more widespread in newspapers from the 1920s, creating more opportunities to find family photos for family historians.

15.01.2022 Are you curious about your family history? Is there something specific you really want to find out but you’re having trouble doing it yourself? At Family Fascination we can cater to a variety of your family history needs! ... Feel free to contact us via any of the following avenues: Mobile: 0408415748 Email: [email protected] Website: https://familyfascination.com.au/

15.01.2022 When trying to date old photographs, look at the style of dress, research the photographer who is sometimes named on the back of the photo and try to find out who owned the photos so that you can contact them.

15.01.2022 www.lostshoebox.com/german-word-list Lost Shoebox Genealogy offers online explanations of certain items to help understand the various terms used in German genealogical research.

14.01.2022 When you are starting your family history it is important to plan your research. What information do you have? What do you want to achieve? How will you go about your searches?

14.01.2022 Old photos are a great way of putting together a Family History story.

14.01.2022 Welcome Yossi LavyWelcome Yossi Lavy

13.01.2022 Government run homes were established for boys who were considered 'of feeble intellect' and included children who were 'truants' or 'habitual wanderers' or were described as 'moral degenerates'. An example of these institutions was the Raymond Terrace Home that was established in 1913.

13.01.2022 With close to six million items in the collections and instant access to online information services around the world, the State Library is the major public reference and information service for the people of NSW.

13.01.2022 Two women who had not seen each other for many years met unexpectedly in the street. "How do you do?" exclaimed one, effusively. "Now, this is delightful!" said the other, who was the elder. "You haven't seen me for 11 years, and yet you knew me at once! I cannot have changed so dreadfully in all that time. It flatters me". "Oh, I recognised your hat", said the first. Lake County Press, 26 September 1918

13.01.2022 When looking for English births, baptisms, marriages and burials, search through the Parish Registers.

13.01.2022 The Irish Government has postponed Ireland's next census from April 2021 to April 2022 enabling everyone in Ireland to participate so that the information gathered reflects all of their needs and can be used to make decisions that benefit all.

12.01.2022 Genetic genealogy is only one of the tools of family historians.

12.01.2022 DNA analysis of Viking remains has shed new light on the identity of Irish Vikings. Irish Vikings derive much of their genetic ancestry from Norway with many Vikings having brown hair, not blonde.

12.01.2022 Contact your relatives now so you don't lose their stories.

10.01.2022 This wonderful photo of Sydney's Middle Harbour was shared from the Historic Australia site. Taken circa 1865, so VERY early. It's held by the Art Gallery of NSW.

09.01.2022 In 1811 the NSW Government established what was known as a 'lunatic asylum' in Castle Hill for the care and treatment of the mentally ill.

09.01.2022 Have you signed up to the SHAC’s mailing list yet? Go on, it’s fun, free and safe! Get some culture into your days!

08.01.2022 There are 3,000 Historical Societies throughout Australia.

08.01.2022 Australian Cemeteries Index www.Austcemindex.com

08.01.2022 Welcome Dorothy Byers.

08.01.2022 Happy birthday Family Fascination. Ten years since the business started and going strong.

07.01.2022 The warmer than average start to spring has pushed the wisteria into flower just in time for open garden. Hope to see you here next week for open garden. Open S...aturday the 3rd and Sunday the 4th Of October. 10 am till 4 pm. Follow the signs on Wildes Meadow road. #opengarden #opengardensouthernhighlands #springgarden#gardenstoview #opengardenrobertson See more

07.01.2022 Give and take and a sense of humour go a long way in a marriage.

06.01.2022 The Women's Pioneer Society statue, sculpted by Alex Kolozsy is located in the Jessie Street Gardens, Loftus Street, Sydney to commemorate the Bicentenary of Australia. This statue was commissioned by the Women's Pioneer Society of Australasia in recognition of the courage and endurance of our Women Pioneers and their vital role in the development of this country.

06.01.2022 Hi Village People It appears there has been some action in the school grounds over the weekend. Things have been moved around the play ground and a small amount... of damage caused. Could we ask you to keep your ears and eyes out for this type of behaviour? We are a ‘Share Our Space’ school and we would hate for that to change. If you have any concerns call the local police (or SDPS - Scott Duffy Property Services he will sort them out ).

05.01.2022 Be aware that paper records can make mistakes - either honestly or deliberately.

05.01.2022 Welcome Jan MellershWelcome Jan Mellersh

04.01.2022 Genealogy and history are cousins because they cover the same ground.

04.01.2022 Anyone looking for an easy Mother's Day present Lucy and I have got you sorted! Shop our great range of homewares, bed & table linens, accessories, handbags jus...t enter code LOCALS at check out for free delivery. We will gift wrap and deliver to your door for you up until Saturday arvo. Lots to choose from but here's our Mother's Day Gift Guide for a start:

03.01.2022 When you come across something new in your family history you need to evaluate whether the information is factual and relevant to your story.

03.01.2022 Welcome Taryn PerryWelcome Taryn Perry

03.01.2022 Australian Anzacs in the Great War 1914-1918 in a comprehensive database dealing with the war records of those men and women who embarked from Australia to serve overseas. aif.adfa.edu.au

03.01.2022 Baby books provide information relevant to family history research as they provide details about the parents and grandparents and of course the birth details of the child.

03.01.2022 The Royal Australian Historical Society promotes the understanding of Australian history.

02.01.2022 We may have just seen a mass shortage of toilet paper in our supermarkets due to COVID-19 but take a look at this interesting historical fact! In World War II, British soldiers got a ration of three sheets of toilet paper a day. Americans got 22. Talk about a toilet paper shortage! ... https://i.insider.com/55c622fb371d22a10e8be103

02.01.2022 New South Wales Probate Packets covering the years 1817 to 1989 are available at the State Archives.

01.01.2022 Early colonial church registers of baptisms, marriages and burials can be disappointing if there is only an name with no other identifying information. Data then has to be combined with shipping indents, early colonial musters and the 1828 Census of New South Wales.

01.01.2022 With a heavy heart and the most incredible memories Pizzas in the Mist last trading day will be this Saturday. We sincerely thank you all for sharing these last 21 years with us and our family. Belinda and Tommy xxx

01.01.2022 Discovering your Family History starts with you.

01.01.2022 This weekend is when the Wilberforce Schoolhouse Bicentennial Celebrations should have been happening, but along came COVID-19 and spoiled the party. Stephen Gow has published an interesting blog post to mark this occasion - which I am posting on his behalf.

01.01.2022 DNA can't tell you much unless it is combined with traditional records.

01.01.2022 The convict ship Coromandel embarked from Spithead, England in January 1802 and took 121 days to arrive at Port Jackson in June. On board were 138 male convicts and the ship's surgeon was Charles Throsby. There was one death during the voyage. The free emigrant settlers on the Coromandel were mainly from the Scottish border who were enticed to make the journey with the offer of a grant of one hundred acres of land each on their arrival in the colony and rations for a certain period of time afterwards.

01.01.2022 Books and other heritage items can develop odours through smoke from a fire or musty smells from storage in damp environments. One way to eliminate the smell is to place the items in the fridge, in a plastic bag or greaseproof paper until the smell is gone.