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2025
2025
May 2025 - AGM and Yorkshire Family with Elly Dunkley
May 2025 - AGM and Yorkshire Family with Elly Dunkley
Guest Speaker: Waitaki Archivist Elly Dunkley, accompanied by three members of her extended family, provided a fascinating overview of her maternal family's journey from Yorkshire to the Waitaki in the early 1860s.
April 2025 - How to find local records
April 2025 - How to find local records
Members had the opportunity to learn how to find local records in the areas they are researching, we also learnt what is available in the Waitaki Archives.
March 2025 - Irish Records
March 2025 - Irish Records
Members had the opportunity to share some of their Irish Records and what websites they found useful
2024
2024
October 2024 - Archives Night with Chloe
October 2024 - Archives Night with Chloe
At our October meeting, we were delighted to welcome guest speaker Chloe Searle, the Director of Waitaki Museum & Archive. Chloe shared her deep expertise and passion with us, providing a comprehensive overview of the museum's extensive collections and the rich history of the archive.
She detailed the meticulous criteria used to determine which items are accepted into their collections, shedding light on the rigorous standards maintained by the archive. Chloe also discussed the various types of materials prone to natural deterioration, explaining the innovative preservation techniques employed to safeguard these treasures for future generations.
Following her informative talk, Chloe generously guided us on an exclusive tour of the archives, allowing us to experience firsthand the impressive array of artifacts and documents housed within the collection. It was an enlightening experience that offered a deeper appreciation for the valuable work undertaken by the Waitaki Museum & Archive.
September 2024 - Family research with Lyn Evans and Tula Christian
September 2024 - Family research with Lyn Evans and Tula Christian
August 2024 - Why join the NZSG with Beryl Miller
August 2024 - Why join the NZSG with Beryl Miller
July 2024 - A brief introduction to DNA with Beryl Miller
July 2024 - A brief introduction to DNA with Beryl Miller
June 2024 - Using our CZUR Archive scanner with John Anderson
June 2024 - Using our CZUR Archive scanner with John Anderson
With John Anderson’s guidance, we had the pleasure of learning how to use our CZUR Archive scanner. He demonstrated various methods, highlighting its capabilities and limitations. It’s not just for books; you can also photograph objects and project presentations onto the wall using the scanner’s projector feature. The scanner is available for members to use—contact John for access.
May 2024 - AGM and Waitaki Geopark with Sasha Morriss
May 2024 - AGM and Waitaki Geopark with Sasha Morriss
We had the pleasure of hearing from guest speaker Sasha Morriss, who enlightened our society about the Waitaki Whitestone UNESCO Global Geopark. Sasha elaborated on the Geopark’s mission and primary objectives, highlighting their efforts to incorporate key geological, cultural, and heritage sites into the Geopark. These sites are thoughtfully curated, made accessible to the public, and preserved to ensure their protection for future generations.
Learn more here: www.whitestonegeopark.nz
April 2024 - About WikiTree with Campbell Braddock
April 2024 - About WikiTree with Campbell Braddock
Campbell Braddock recently gave a talk about the benefits of using WikiTree, a free, collaborative platform for building and sharing family trees. As the leader of the KiwiCrew Challenge Team, Campbell represents New Zealand in global WikiTree challenges that encourage research, collaboration, and connection across family lines.
During the presentation, Campbell highlighted how WikiTree allows individuals to contribute to a single, shared global family tree, which is a unique and powerful approach to genealogy. Unlike private trees, WikiTree is open and collaborative, encouraging genealogists around the world to work together, verify sources, and avoid duplication.
By sharing their family tree on WikiTree, users can:
Connect with distant relatives researching the same lines.
Benefit from others' research and contributions.
Improve accuracy through sourcing, collaboration, and peer review.
Preserve family history in a free, accessible format for future generations.
Campbell emphasised the importance of accuracy and cooperation, noting that WikiTree's focus on community standards and source-based profiles helps build a tree that benefits everyone, not just one individual or family.
Whether you are just starting out or have years of research to share, WikiTree offers a welcoming and effective space to contribute your family history and discover new branches of your tree.
March 2024 - Returned Soldiers’ Headstones & much more with Barry
March 2024 - Returned Soldiers’ Headstones & much more with Barry
At our March meeting, we had the honour of welcoming Barry Gamble, a local historian, ex-serviceman, and dedicated volunteer for the New Zealand Remembrance Army (NZRA). Barry gave an illuminating presentation on the subject of Returned Soldiers' Headstones. He detailed the meticulous processes involved in their restoration, shared fascinating insights from his research, and introduced us to the ceramic poppy of remembrance, a meaningful tribute crafted locally by Pottery on Tyne in Oamaru.
Learn more about Barry's research on the Oamaru RSA Hub Facebook page.
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