RESEARCH & SOFTWARE GROUPS |
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Everyone is welcome to attend our research and software groups, but members enjoy a discounted price. You do not need to 'join' a group - you just book for their meetings when you want to attend. To find out when the groups are meeting next, see the Events Calendar or scroll to the bottom of this page. |
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The AI & IT Special Interest Group meets bi-monthly . Each session is made of a combination of these different segments (in order to try and encourage participation and sharing). These sessions are designed to be member driven so if you have something to share or a topic to be covered, please put it forward. Any content e.g. AI, software, hardware, tools etc. can be slotted into these broad categories.
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The Aotearoa New Zealand Research Group meets twice a year to assist members who are tracing their New Zealand ancestry. The convenor is Pauline Weeks and she can be contacted here |
| The Caribbean Research Group is for people researching family history with a connection to the Caribbean. A list of places within the Caribbean is available on the FamilySearch wiki. |
The Chinese-Australian Research Group is not only for people with Chinese ancestry but anyone with an interest in learning about Chinese lives in Australia. Meetings will feature guest speakers and practical research advice on using records, websites and DNA. |
The Colonial Australia Research Group meets to discuss research on families arriving in any part of Australia between 1788 and 1901. All are welcome to attend our meetings. This group meets 4 times per year.
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DNA RESEARCH GROUPS
The first SAG DNA Research Group was established in 2015 to assist Society members to increase their knowledge of DNA research. Since that time it has covered a variety of topics that set the foundation skills for group members. The Society has developed a range of activities aimed at the wide spectrum of needs, from those just wanting to know what DNA is all about, to the advanced user. We now have two DNA Research Groups – Tools in practice for the intermediate level researcher and Research Discussion Group for those using advanced genetic genealogy techniques. DNA Research Group - Tools in PracticeMore information about the group can be found here. DNA Research Group - Research DiscussionMore information about the group can be found here. |
The English Research Group is an opportunity to meet with others who have ancestors from any of England's many counties, or just have a research interest in England. Discuss research strategies and resources, and swap ideas and knowledge. This group is suitable for beginners through to those with many years researching experience. The research group meets about 3-4 times a year. You can become a member of the group just by attending our meetings. Newcomers are always welcome! The group is co-ordinated by Linda, Annesley and Diana. You can submit a question to the group in advance of a meeting by clicking here |
The FTM User Group meets to support those who use Family Tree Maker software to organise their genealogical research. The program was owned by Ancestry.com until March 2016 when it was taken over by Software MacKiev. The group is facilitated by volunteers who are willing to share their knowledge and experiences. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a potential, new or long term user of FTM software. Our focus group supports members with two main initiatives. 1. Meetings 2. Online discussion board your full name, SAG membership number and expiry date. |
| If you already have DNA chromosome analysis skills and are using the GDAT database tool to manage your DNA information, you might wish to join our new user group. SAG user groups are aimed at ‘members helping members’ so this is a collaborative working group aimed at sharing information and knowledge. You must be a SAG member to join this group. Sessions will include a short presentation on a specified topic identified by the group, followed by discussion between group members, then round table Q&A regarding the product. |
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The Irish Research Group is an opportunity to meet with others who have ancestors from either the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland (maybe you have both) or just have a research interest in an aspect of Irish records. Discuss research strategies and resources, swap ideas and knowledge.
This group is suitable for beginners through to those with many years researching experience. The research group meets about 3-4 times a year. You can become a member of the group by attending any of our meetings. Newcomers are always welcome! |
| The Legacy User Group is for people who use Legacy Family Tree software and wish to share their knowledge and experience with others. Everyone is welcome whether a new or long term user of this family history software program. Even if you are just considering using Legacy you are welcome to come along. The focus of the group is to give support to members using Legacy to enter and store family research. At meetings there are presentations on techniques, tips, and hints. All members of the group are encouraged to contribute information which could help others. Time is dedicated to questions and discussion at every meeting. Regular meetings are scheduled and details can be found in the Events Calendar. |
| Do you have a place that calls to you? Is there somewhere special that has you asking questions about its history and the people who gathered there? Maybe you need a One Place Study! Whether YOUR place is a town, village, street, or something altogether different like a lighthouse, a ship or a community hall, this focus group is for you. Come along and join us as we talk about all things ‘one place’ in a collaborative, friendly and engaging group. Each session is a combination of different segments in order to try and encourage participation and sharing. We will explore what a one place study might be, spotlight one place studies already happening, and investigate different methodologies because there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach. If you have something to share, a topic to be covered, or a question to ask please put it forward. Whether you already have a one place study or are just thinking about starting one, we would love to see you. Regular meetings will be scheduled and details can be found in the Events Calendar. |
The Scottish Research Group is an opportunity to meet with others who have ancestors from any of Scotland's counties from the highlands and Islands all the way down to the border areas, or just have a research interest in Scotland. Discuss research strategies and resources, and swap ideas and knowledge. |
The Master Genealogist (or TMG) software allows family historians to fully customise data, reports and charts to suit their own requirements. It is very flexible and powerful, and can be used by professional genealogists and beginners alike. Unfortunately development and developer support ceased in 2014, but the software and licences are still available for purchase through an agent. There is a very active Australasian user group known as TMG DOWN UNDER, supported by a large world-wide email network, and associated software to produce GEDCOM, eBooks and websites from TMG data. The aim of TMG DOWN UNDER is to allow members to exchange information, ideas, and techniques for using TMG and related programs in their family history, through monthly on-line workshops using ZOOM. Group members have different levels of experience with TMG, from many years through to complete novices. The group operates an email List where questions can be asked and answered, and events publicised. See the group website here for full information. |
The Writing Group formed late in 2013 and meets on a regular basis via Zoom, usually on the second Thursday morning of each month. Meetings consists of a presentation, show & tell, and an open forum for questions and comments. This is a support/self-help group, not one for expert writers (although we do have a few published authors in our ranks). Our aim is to encourage members to exchange information, ideas, and techniques for writing their family and local histories. |
Come along and find out how to research your ancestors from the USA & Canada. |
Image: Group of men at a party, SAG Manuscript and Image Collection, Item 5/10059 HERE IS A LIST OF THE NEXT GROUP MEETINGS: |