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Welcome
Since 1985, members of our Society have enjoyed meeting others who are researching their family history, no matter where their ancestors lived. We can assist you to discover your ancestry and research your family tree locally, Australia wide and internationally.
Since 1985, members of our Society have enjoyed meeting others who are researching their family history, no matter where their ancestors lived. We can assist you to discover your ancestry and research your family tree locally, Australia wide and internationally.
Our Research Library is located in the Local Studies/Family History Room, Port Macquarie-Hastings Library, Cnr Grant & Gordon Streets, Port Macquarie. Members are on duty to help with research enquiries on Tuesday & Wednesday from 10am to 3pm.
The general family history resources are available for use during library opening hours. Members who produce their current society membership card to the on-duty librarian can access the society's locked cabinets.
General Meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of each month (except January). The meetings begin at 1.15pm in the CC MacAdams Music Centre in Lord Street. The centre is behind the Olympic Pool adjacent to Players Theatre with off-street parking and wheelchair access. Enter via the main door from 12.30pm. Entry is $2.00 which includes afternoon tea. Visitors are always given a warm welcome.
Our Society offers a number of support groups covering a variety of topics and general research interests. Further information on these groups can be accessed by clicking on the "Member Support Groups" tab on the main menu.
Keep up to date with Society meetings and events by checking Our Calendar page. You can also link this calendar to your smartphone or computer.
The Society conducts research inquiries for non-local members and non-members. Click on the "Research Service" tab on the main menu for further information and details.
Come along and experience the joy of researching your family history and participate in the activities of the Society.
We look forward to meeting you.
Location
Next General Meeting
Saturday 14th December 2024
CC MacAdams Music Centre
Doors Open: 12:30pm
Meeting Begins: 1:15pm
Visitors Welcome
Bookings Essential: president@pmdfhs.org.au
OR SMS (Text): 0416 311 680
Topic: 'Interesting Snippets from Research'
By Members of the PMDFHS
Members are invited to bring a small plate of nibbles
to share for afternoon tea & celebrate the festive season!
*** Last General Meeting for 2024 ***
Next Support Meeting...
Writers Support Group
Facilitator: Diane Gillespie
Monday 3rd February 2025 1-3pm
Topic: Always a Free Choice or ...
Your Ancestors Court Trial?
[First session for 2025]
Special Announcements!
Full day Seminar with Andrew Redfern.
Saturday the 8th February 2025
'Practical uses of A.I. in Family History' and '
Facinating Family History'
The cost is $25 for members and $35 for non-members.
This includes a 'Morning Tea' of coffee or tea with slices and cakes upon arrival, a catered lunch and afternoon tea.
Please make your booking at the December general meeting.
'Meet and Greet ' BBQ
McInherney Park Saturday 22nd February 2025
Cost $10 to cover sausages, salads, coffee & tea.
BYO plates, cutlery & chairs
Check out pictures on our Social Events tab
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