Our October Meeting was held on Friday 13 October 2023 and being Friday 13th our IT system initially refused to start, but with the help of a mop handle, we got things going!
The meeting was well attended by members and visitors
Our Guest Speaker was Steven Ford who has previously presented at a meeting some years ago. Steven has worked on several episodes of “Who Do You Think You Are” and spoke about some of his work with the program. However, he mainly spoke about conducting research on NSW Land Records. Steven has spoken to the Society several years ago and great interest developed from his previous talk. Those of us with interest in the HISTORY of YOUR HOME as well as where our ancestors may have lived in NSW, found his talk to be of great interest. Steven is an excellent speaker who explains things well with many relevant examples, including examples from the members present.
Alison asked about her home in Winmalee and he was able to find the original grant and subsequent purchases including when the land was subdivided.
Morning Tea: Tea/ Coffee & Biscuits $2
Trading Table: Purchase of items from our Trading Table help Society finances.