Geraldton Family History Society

03/09/2026

29/08/2026

We have to really research deeply to find out a woman's life history. Women were merely listed as a "housewife" but were sooo much more. My Grandmother was a very courageous woman which has followed through in further generations. ❤️‍🩹

29/08/2026

Don't forget to register for the closing of AFFHO Family History Month - Monday 31st August at 3pm AWST 😍

It's not too late to register for the Closing Ceremony to listen to Fiona Brooker of Memories in Time present ‘HerStory: Finding the Women in Your Family History’ for this years Ancestors: Mundane to Magnificent Family History Month! Fiona shows us through a one-woman case study how we can uncover the often hidden histories of our female ancestors. A talk not to be missed for those that think our female ancestors lived mundane lives and want to turn their story into a magnificent legacy.

Register, (including entry into the prize draw) at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/smm0mSrTQCSrPhV18LAdsw

28/08/2026

Do you know your Grandma's Story? Where did she go to school, or when did she get married?
We have forms that can help you at our display in the Library. It's and fun.

28/08/2026

Honouring women. Visit this display on the weekend.
The stories are fascinating and empowering.
@ Geraldton Town Library

28/08/2026

OMG, school rules back in the day were CRAZY! What stories did your grandparents tell you about theirschool dayss? 🤣

27/08/2026

What woman in your family history deserves to have her story told?

This Family History Month, the Geraldton Family History Society has been sharing stories about the role women have played in our history and helping to write women back into our family stories.

So often, women appear only briefly in the records. A name on a certificate. A wife or mother listed in a family tree. Yet behind those few details were lives filled with work, resilience, family, community, hardship, humour and achievement.

Sometimes all it takes is sharing what we know for another piece of the story to emerge.

A photograph shown to a relative might suddenly gain a name.
A family story may spark a forgotten memory.
A newspaper clipping might reveal something no one knew.
A distant cousin may hold the photograph, letter or story that completes the picture.

Family history becomes richer when we share it.

We would love to hear about the women in your family history.

Who was she? What do you know about her life? What story has been passed down through your family? And has sharing her story ever led to another clue or discovery?

Tell us about her in the comments. 👇

Every woman has a story worth remembering.

📷 From Fermoy to East Ogilvie

Eileen Patricia Allen’s journey took her from Ireland to Western Australia, from nursing during the war years to raising a family on remote pastoral stations and helping establish a farm at East Ogilvie.

Shared by her daughter-in-law, Heather Allen, Eileen’s story reminds us that family history lives in everyday work, resilience, love and the traditions passed from one generation to the next.

27/08/2026

Have you seen the FABULOUS family history display at the Geraldton Library?
Last few days.....

26/08/2026

💀 YES, WE’RE OPEN TOMORROW! 💀

The Geraldton Family History Society is open from 9.00 am until 1.00 pm every Thursday.

Come in for a chat, do some research and see if we can help you track down those elusive ancestors. 📚🌳

📍 The Residency, 321 Marine Terrace, Geraldton
⏰ 9.00 am–1.00 pm

Today’s motto: The dead won’t research themselves! 😂

20/08/2026

📚☕ We’re Open Today!
Have you hit a brick wall in your family history research? Come in, have a chat, and let us help track down those elusive ancestors.
Whether you're just starting out or have been researching for years, we'd love to help you on your genealogy journey.
📍 The Residency, 321 Marine Terrace, Geraldton
⏰ 9.00 am–1.00 pm
📩 [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you!