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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 November 2026
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CC MacAdams Music Centre
Doors Open: 12:30pm
Meeting Begins: 1:15pm
Visitors Welcome
Bookings Essential: president.pmdfhs@gmail.com
or SMS (Text) on 0416 311 680
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Meeting presentation:
'From Nobility to Powder Monkey'
By member Warren Luxford
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Warren will be presenting the fascinating story of the Twitchet family through the centuries. Drawing on more than 40 years of family history research, the presentation explores the lives, challenges and circumstances of ancestors from different generations. Discover how a passion for uncovering family stories can reveal unexpected connections, remarkable discoveries and a rich heritage spanning generations.
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Forthcoming Support Group Dates:
FamilyTreeMaker: Mon 12th October
Using Trove: Mon 19th October
DNA Users Group: Mon 26th October
Writers' Group: Mon 2nd November
Family Search: Mon 9th November
Basic A.I.: Mon 16th November
Upcoming Social Event -
What: Play 'Come from Away'
When: Sunday 25th October 2026
Where: Players Theatre
*** Gould Room ***
Time: 1:15pm for 2:00pm start
Cost: $30 (Purchase tickets here)
(Please bring a small plate of food to share)
Come From Away is a musical tale based on events that took place in Gander, Newfoundland during the week that followed the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Centre. The week that 38 planes landed unexpectedly at Gander "International" Airport. The musical tells the story of some of the seven thousand passengers stranded that week and of the resilience, generosity and ingenuity of the locals in caring for them.
PMDFHS 2026 Christmas Party:
Date: Friday 11th December 2026
Time: 5:30pm for 6:00pm start
Venue: Noshtalgia Restaurant
Address: Colonial Arcade
Cost: $45
Please add your name to the list at the next meeting. To make your payment, click here. Numbers limited.
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