We are a Discussion Circle at the Genealogical Society of Victoria, and as our name suggests, we are interested in Non-British research.
Contact information
Postal Address: International Settlers Group,
C/- GSV, Level 1, 10 Queen Street, Melbourne 3000 AUSTRALIA
Email: ISG@gsv.org.au
Phone: +61 3 9662 4455
Enquiries: Michael Rumpff
Aims of the group
- Compile and collate genealogical research information on non-British countries.
- Assist Members with their research activities through correspondence, newsletters and articles in 'Ancestor' the official journal of the GSV.
- Increase the holdings of the Society's Library relating to non-British research.
- Sharing experience and resources with our Newsletter.
The International Settlers Group offers you:
- Assistance with your research problems in Australia and overseas.
- A chance to meet and get to know fellow members and to exchange activities and ideas.
- Newsletter published regularly giving activities of the International Settlers Group (ISG), articles of interest and various reports.
- The opportunity to further your genealogical knowledge through the use of records available within the ISG.
- Guidance as to the records held in the Genealogical Society of Victoria (GSV) library, which may assist you in your particular area of research.
- An opportunity to contribute information in Our Newsletter.
The International Settlers Group Newsletter (Quarterly)
It is published quarterly in January, April, July and October. It is recommended reading for any person with an interest in non-British genealogical research. The Newsletter is made available to members on the ISG Notice Board (Login as a GSV member for access). If required, a hard copy can be mailed for $11 per annum. Please pay that amount through the GSV office, indicating it is for a mailed copy of the ISG Newsletter. If paying by cheque please make it payable to the GSV. This payment will be regarded as a donation to the GSV.
Meetings:
Held quarterly on the third Saturday in February, May, August and November.
Next Meeting:
The next meeting is Saturday 21st November at 1 pm. This will be:
Researching Chinese Australian family history in Victoria, presented by Terry Young
Terry spent the first year of his life in a Coburg market garden. His Chinese father and grandfather were both market gardeners. In order to better understand the life of his forebears, he has spent recent years researching family history. His research has fostered a deep interest in local history especially the history of Chinese Australians in Victoria. A hidden and difficult history that most people are unaware of. This knowledge has given him a deeper appreciation of his ancestors and the migrants who have come to Australia to build a better life for themselves and their families. Terry is currently serving as President of Chinese Australian Family Historians of Victoria (CAFHOV) www.cafhov.com
Presentation description
Researching family history can be an incredibly satisfying pursuit, but Chinese Australian family history research is fraught with unique challenges. Without an understanding of relevant Australian history and Chinese naming conventions it can be difficult and problematic.
This presentation will discuss those challenges and provide basic guidance to those who are beginning their research. The CAFHOV Chinese Family History Research Guide will be demonstrated and real world examples from Terry's personal family history will be discussed.
Topics covered include
• understanding Chinese name conventions
• a short historical perspective of Chinese migration to Australia
• identifying relevant NAA archives
• Chinese graves in the Melbourne General Cemetery
• searching for ancestors in China
• searching for Chinese names in the new “Chindex” database
• an introduction to the Chinese Australian Family Historians of Victoria group.
To register, please view the list of upcoming events and select the event(s) of interest: Upcoming Events - International Settlers Group (ISG)
Registrants will receive an email with the Zoom link for the meeting.
Future meetings: (held via Zoom)
Register your attendance in the normal way or contact convenor Michael Rumpff to take part: isg@gsv.org.au
To register for one of our meetings, please view the list of upcoming events and select the event(s) of interest: Upcoming Events - International Settlers Group (ISG)
Registrants will receive an email with the Zoom link for the meeting.