Following are genealogy and family history links structured to help you research even geographically distant ancestors. The pages were designed both for students in my courses as well as family historians wanting links for their own research. Choose your area of interest:
- Australian Family History
- Australian Government Archives ('Big Brother is Watching')
- Immigration to Australia
- Canadian Genealogy
- Convicts
- DNA and Genealogy
- Genealogy Software
- International Genealogy
- Introduction to Family History Research ('From Australia to International')
- Jewish Genealogy
- New Zealand Genealogy
- Scandinavian Research
- Scottish Family History
- UK & Ireland Family History
- Victorian Gold Rush
- West Australian Genealogy ('From Outpost to Federation and Beyond')
'Australian & NZ Genealogy' courses
I was appointed Director, Australian Studies, at the National Institute of Genealogical Studies (NIGS). Part of my task is to organise a new Certificate in Genealogical Studies - Australian Records. Courses for this certificate began in February 2011. Click here for further information.
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MY NEW BOOK: DNA for Genealogists Learn how genealogists can use DNA testing to enrich their family history research. This book explains DNA in simple terms and discusses the various tests available. Click here for further details. |
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BOOK: Which Genealogy Program? Together with Rosemary Kopittke, I wrote a book designed to help anyone thinking about choosing a new genealogy software program. It reviews 12 Windows and 3 Mac genealogy software programs, comparing features, and discussing the styles of programs. Click here for further details. |



