Current and Upcoming Events

Convenors: Barbara Beaumont, Peter Collins, and Brian Reid.

Do you have ancestors in the north of England? We are an enthusiastic group that meets to discuss research and share interests in the… Read More

Convener: David Down. 

The Good Oil sessions are designed to enable members to ask questions and to share their ideas, tips and tricks about a wide range of subjects relating to family history research. 
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Please note that the GSV and the Library will be closed for the Christmas-New Year break from Monday December 22, 2025 and will re-open on Monday January 12, 2026.

The GSV Library facilities… Read More

The GSV is a leading Australian family history society and exists to assist Members in tracing their ancestors and to promote the study of genealogy.

This session will examine who we are, how we… Read More

The GSV library will be open on Saturday, January 17, 2026, welcoming you from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. For a smooth and secure visit, please remember that advance booking is essential. Ensure you reserve your spot no later than noon on… Read More

Convenors: Jackie van Bergen and Michael Considine

The Victoria and Tasmania Discussion Circle is for GSV members researching their family history in these two States. This meeting will take place on Zoom, and registrants will… Read More

Convenor: Trena Ronnfeldt

Our Tips & Tools forum examines the sources of family history information and explores how to use them more effectively. … Read More

Presenter: John Blackwood.

The ScotlandsPeople website, www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk  "is the official Scottish Government site for searching government… Read More

Convener: Maureen Trotter. 

This discussion circle is intended for intermediate to advanced genetic genealogy users. It is a self-help group for individuals familiar with… Read More

Whether you are just starting or an experienced writer, the GSV Writers Circle connects you with like-minded, supportive members who want to make their family history research into readable stories. Our varied program includes writing… Read More

The Welsh Research Discussion Circle provides a chance for those tracing Welsh ancestry to share knowledge and experience and for those new to Welsh research to gain some hints. Members discuss what resources they have used, local… Read More

Convenor: Jenny Redman.

We will be discussing researching your ancestors in the counties that make up the Midlands of England: Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire,… Read More

Calling all GSV members delving into their family history within the picturesque South West counties of Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Join us in the South West England Research &… Read More

The GSV library will be open on Saturday, February 14, 2026, welcoming you from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. For a smooth and secure visit, please remember that advance booking is essential. Ensure you reserve your spot no later than noon on… Read More

Join our vibrant Irish Ancestry Discussion Circle with a focus on:

• Exploring Irish History and Genealogy in Australia.
• Building Connections.
• Enriching Discourse.
• Member Resources.
• … Read More

Convenors: Barbara Beaumont, Peter Collins, and Brian Reid.

Do you have ancestors in the north of England? We are an enthusiastic group that meets to discuss research and share interests in the… Read More

The British India Discussion Circle is for GSV members researching their family history in India between 1599 and Independence in 1947.

Aim: To understand and gain further knowledge of our ancestors' connections to, and lives in,… Read More

Convener: David Down. 

The Good Oil sessions are designed to enable members to ask questions and to share their ideas, tips and tricks about a wide range of subjects relating to family history research. 
… Read More

The GSV is a leading Australian family history society and exists to assist Members in tracing their ancestors and to promote the study of genealogy.

This session will examine who we are, how we… Read More

This class is being presented on Zoom. 

Methodology and resources. A planned approach to starting your family history. Searching, recording, staying on track, avoiding the pitfalls ... there is much to learn from our experienced… Read More

Discover what the International Settlers Group has to offer:

Research Assistance: Receive expert guidance for your genealogical research, both in Australia and abroad.
Connection and… Read More

The Genealogical Society of Victoria and the Descendants of Convicts Group are delighted to announce their amalgamation. With a long history of association, this re-merger brings together the resources, volunteers and knowledge of both… Read More

The London and South-East Counties Discussion Circle is for GSV Members who are researching their family history in London and the surrounding counties of Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire,… Read More

Convenors: Jackie van Bergen and Michael Considine

The Victoria and Tasmania Discussion Circle is for GSV members researching their family history in these two States. This meeting will take place on Zoom, and registrants will… Read More

Tthe Scottish Assistance in the Library service will now be held online for members, free of charge. To register an interest and book a 30 minute time slot for this event, please email the GSV at gsv… Read More

The course comprises 9 sessions to provide participants with a comprehensive guide to researching families in Australia and placing them in a framework of place and time.

The course will include 2 x full day sessions and 7 x  90… Read More

A full day seminar to launch the course. 

Four sessions addressing
1. Pre-History Australia and First Nations People & Traditions
2. European Exploration & The Establishment of the Colonies… Read More

Session 2 - Finding and using Convict resources

Presenter:    Bronwyn Quint, Convenor, GSV Convicts & Transportation Discussion Circle
Convenor:    Michael… Read More

Session 3 - Finding and using records of Early Pioneers

Presenter:    Bronwyn Quint, Port Phillip Pioneers Group
Convenor:    Michael Considine, Manager,… Read More

Session 4 - Exploring Immigration & Shipping Records

Exploring Immigration Schemes, shipping records and internal migration

Presenter:    Fiona Tellesson,… Read More

Session 5 - Finding and Using Vital Records

Finding and using vital records: BDMs, adoptions, wills & probate, inquests, divorces, naturalisation, cemeteries, letters, diaries and interviews… Read More

Session 6 - Finding and Using Early Land Records

Finding and using early land distribution records.
Land settlement records.
Land settlement & squatters.

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Session 7 - Finding and Using Gold Rush Records

Finding and using records related to the gold rush.
Occupation, education, health and police records.
Parliamentary papers, Gazettes and… Read More

Session 8 - Finding and Using Military Records

Finding and using military records.
The Australian War Memorial.
National Archives of Australia.

Presenter: … Read More

Session 9 Australian Family History Course - Course Completion

A full day seminar to complete the course. 

Four sessions addressing AI apps, WeAre,xyz, Google Earth, Social… Read More