About Us
The Ballina Family History Society began on the 17th of December 1983 with an initial gathering of five people at the home of Marie Hart. The group has grown and expanded over the years and continues to bring support, joy and friendships to our members.
Our Mission Statement
To promote the study of genealogy and associated subjects, to assist members and others in their individual family history research projects, and to collect and preserve material related to family, local and Australian History.
Meet Our Team
Our family history committee works collaboratively to support the Society’s goals by sharing skills, knowledge, and responsibilities. Committee members meet regularly to plan activities, manage resources, and guide the Society’s operations. Through cooperation and open communication, the committee ensures members are supported in their research, while fostering an inclusive, and welcoming organisation.
Committee Members and Key Volunteers
President: Vicki Evans
Vice President: Ann Emery
Secretary: Judy Cosgrove
Treasurer: Bonnie Bennett
Membership Secretary: Jan Ousby
Welfare Officer: Jan Ousby
Cedar Log Editor: Deb Warren
Committee Member: Jill McCann (Library Officer)
Committee Member: Ross Glover (I.T. Support)
Research Officer: Janine Thomson
Meeting Catering Organiser: Joy Conlon
Front-of-house: Liz Marshall Fundraising
Organiser: Carmel Crosby
What we Provide
Online Paid Subscriptions
Our resource room computers provide access to:
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Ancestry.com including Newspapers.com and Fold3.com for military records UK, US, Australia, NZ and Canada.
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Find My Past
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FamilySearch
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Biographical Database of Australia
Local Databases
School admission records, honour rolls, local cemetery records, Register of Pioneer Families 1842 – 1900, marine pilots and mariner’s register, and some digitised local newspapers.
Microfiche Records
A range of State, National and some overseas records covering births, deaths, marriages, electoral rolls etc.