Join us for an essential session on navigating and interpreting the records that form the backbone of family history. Presenters Dr. Elizabeth Hartnell-Young (Honorary Fellow, University of Melbourne) and Meg Bate (GSV Library & Digital Resources Manager) will guide you through the vast landscape of Australian vital records:
- Official Milestones: expert guidance on BDMs, adoptions, divorces, and naturalisation.
- Legal & Final Records: navigating inquests, wills, probate, and cemetery data.
- The Personal Touch: incorporating letters, diaries, and oral histories to add depth to the data.
This is not your average BDM talk!
Finding the document is just the start. We will examine what to expect from these records and, more importantly, how to get the most out of them to ensure your research is accurate and comprehensive.
Thursday 25 June at 1:30pm-5pm, online via Zoom
GSV members: log in to access your discounted rate.
NB: This course is Session 5 of our 9 session Australian Family History Course: Research Strategies and Resources but can be joined as a stand alone session. You do not need to register if you have booked the entire course.