British Surnames
Eltham LibraryJoin Nick Cree as he discusses his research on British surnames with reference to recent census data on the population of the Shire of Nillumbik. He will also discuss some examples of origins of commonly occurring names. Surnames are a fascinating area of family history with records dating back to the 11th century. Presented by
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WRITING HISTORY GROUP
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldDr Cheryl Griffin leads this group which has been meeting since 2020. This group is for people who are tackling writing a history project or two and want a sounding board / source of information / guidance and HELP! Each month from February to November Cheryl convenes the group via Zoom for 90 minutes and
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Book Launch: LINE OF BLOOD: The Truth of Alfred Howitt by Craig Horne
RHSV Gallery Downstairs 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaDavid Tenenbaum, Publisher, Melbourne Books invites you
to the launch of LINE OF BLOOD: The Truth of Alfred Howitt by Craig Horne.
To be launched by Hilary McPhee
MORWELL SEMINAR: STRENGTHEN YOUR SOCIETY THROUGH HISTORY
Morwell Historical Society 12 Hazelwood Street, Morwell, VIC, AustraliaRHSV Historical Societies Support Committee – Regional Seminar Weekend The third RHSV seminar for 2023, and second in rural Victoria, is being hosted by Morwell Historical Society on Saturday 26 August 2023 with optional activities in the La Trobe valley on Sunday 27 August 2023. The needs of societies in the region have shaped our
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PMI Victorian History Library’s History Showcase
39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia🏺 Are you interested in History? Then come to the PMI's History Showcase! There are over 20 historical societies, family history and genealogical history groups, archives groups and special interest group, from across Victoria gathered together for one day to show you just how they can help you with whatever enquiry or history related curiosity
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ALL-STAR SPORTS TOUR OF COBURG CEMETERY
Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery Bell Street, Preston, VIC, AustraliaVisit the graves of Jock McHale, Dick Lee and other famous footy players, a few jockeys and other sporting movers and shakers who helped make Melbourne what it is today. Email to book: focc.group@gmail.com $10 ($2 for members of Friends of Coburg Cemetery).
Altona Homestead Devonshire Tea
Altona Homestead 128 Queen Street, Altona, Victoria, AustraliaThe Altona-Laverton Historical Society members and volunteers invite you to drop into the Altona Homestead on the first Sunday of the Month (February to December) to enjoy a serve of our famous Devonshire Tea or Cream Tea or Cornish Tea, anyway you look at them they are delicious.
A Walking Shadow. Edward Oxford, well known resident of Albert Park with a secret past as an an attempted assassin of Queen Victoria
Middle Park Primary School 192 Richardson St, Middle Park, VIC, AustraliaA talk for the Middle Park and Albert Park History Group by Jenny Sinclair (author). Edward Oxford (18 April 1822 – 23 April 1900) was the first of seven people who tried to assassinate Queen Victoria. After Oxford was arrested and charged with treason, a jury found that Oxford was not guilty by reason of insanity and he was detained at Her
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Stories from and a Brief History of 3AW Radio
39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC 3181 39 St Edmonds Road, Prahran, VIC, Australia🎙️ Stories from and a Brief History of 3AW Radio Simon Owens, 3AW's Station Historian, and Co-Host of the Sunday night program Remember When, has some fascinating stories to share. Having gathered insights from many of the stars who have worked at the station over it's 90+ years - He will explain how the station
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Marketing, promotion and partnerships On-line Seminar
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldThe Royal Historical Society of Victoria, in partnership with AMaGA Victoria, is pleased to present this seminar focused on marketing, promotion, and partnerships, tailored specifically for volunteer groups. The session aims to equip attendees with practical strategies and insights to enhance their organisation's visibility, engagement, and collaborative opportunities. During the seminar, participants will have the
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