Thu 13 Feb
2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
 
Learn about the extraordinary life of Dr. William Redfern, the convict who has a suburb named after him.  This session details the doctor’s riches to rags and back again story against the backdrop of early colonial Australia.

North Shore Historical Society
Stanton Library, North Sydney

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Wed 19 Feb
2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
 

Explore the exciting possibilities of AI in the realm of family history. Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just getting started, this talk will provide you with valuable insights and strategies for using AI to uncover your family’s unique story.

Hannaford Community Centre, Rozelle

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Thu 20 Feb
2025
7:00 am - 8:00 am
 

Explore how Artificial intelligence can be used in Family History. Using many practical demonstrations, Andrew will show how to best make use of AI from research to data analysis to image generation and lots more. Key principles and ethical considerations of privacy, security, transparency and bias will also be discussed and some key starting points for those new to AI.

West Surrey Family History Society

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Sat 01 Mar
2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
 

Hosted by the Young & District Family History Group, this full day seminar explores modern, technological tools for Family History.  The two sessions are titled:

  1. Using AI & Technology in Family History
  2. Dr Redfern – His Story & Legacy including DNA testing of hair samples

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A promotional graphic for the Young & District Family History Group Inc. featuring a silhouette of a person standing before a glowing, futuristic digital display filled with historical photographs, DNA symbols, and technological elements. The text reads: "Family History in the Digital Age: AI, Technology, DNA & Stories in Family History," emphasising the role of modern tools and innovation in genealogical research.
Fri 07 Mar
2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
 

If you’ve discovered a convict ancestor in your family tree and feel overwhelmed about how to research their life story, this session is for you.

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Fri 07 Mar
2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
 

A practical guide to leveraging Artificial Intelligence in family history research and storytelling.

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Sun 23 Mar
2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
 

Connections 2025 – Australasia’s premier event for local and family historians, ancestry researchers and genealogists to uncover the past, celebrate the present and tap into the future.

Artificial Intelligence in Family History: Friend or Foe?  Where are we at and where are we headed?

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Fri 04 Apr
2025
11:00 am - 11:00 am
 

Explore the cutting-edge world of Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPTs) and their applications in family history in this innovative webinar. You’ll learn about the various GPT models available, how they can be utilised to enhance your genealogical research, and the benefits they offer in terms of efficiency and creativity. The session will also provide a guide on how to create your own GPT tailored to your family history needs, from data preparation to fine-tuning the model. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or new to AI, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to leverage GPTs in uncovering and preserving your family’s stories.

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Wed 16 Apr
2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
 

In this workshop, Andrew Redfern equips family historians with practical, hands-on digital skills to streamline the research process and present findings in innovative, captivating ways. Learn how to organise your data effectively, leverage powerful search techniques, master digital tools for visualising information, and safeguard your work. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll leave equipped to save time, and share your ancestors’ stories in meaningful ways.

This workshop has 2 sessions: 16 & 30 April 2025

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Sun 27 Apr
2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
 

In this ANZAC Day special event, learn how to use digital tools to tell the stories of your ancestors.  Using an example of an ANZAC hero from his own family, Andrew will demonstrate how to incorporate audio, video, voice and graphics to create compelling stories of our ancestors.

Hosted by VICGUM, as part of their regular meeting program

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Field of poppies overlayed with image of a soldier dressed in uniform and the words Private Edward Redfern underneath.
Thu 08 May
2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
 

From murderers, asylum inmates, escaped convicts to travelling musicians and everything in between, these tales recount the stories of ancestors I have discovered during my family history research.  Hints and inspiration are given to those interested in finding out more about their own family history.

Toongabbie Probus Club

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Thu 22 May
2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
 

This two-part workshop will show you how to creatively repurpose your findings into shareable content such as articles, blog posts, visual stories, tables, and presentations. Whether you’re preparing a family newsletter or a formal publication, this course provides hands-on practice with AI tools to help you streamline content creation, analyse and display data, and make your research accessible to a wide range of audiences.

Taught by both Fiona Brooker and Andrew Redfern, this course is ideal for researchers and family historians ready to bring their completed research to life.

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Thu 26 Jun
2025
9:30 am - 11:30 am
 

This course is ideal for family historians who want to uncover the foundational skills needed to navigate Australian land records.  Whether you are new to land research or looking to build confidence with Australian sources, this course provides essential tools to understand land allocation systems, interpret documents, and trace property ownership. It serves as the perfect starting point for those wishing to progress to the more advanced course, Transforming Land Records into Stories, in which you explore the stories and deeper historical connections that can be found within land records.

Consists of 4 sessions, held over 4 consecutive weeks.

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Wed 09 Jul
2025
10:00 am - 11:30 am
 

Explore how Artificial intelligence can be used in Family History. Using many practical demonstrations, Andrew will show how to best make use of AI from research to data analysis to image generation and lots more. Key principles and ethical considerations of privacy, security, transparency and bias will also be discussed and some key starting points for those new to AI.  Suitable for experienced genealogists and those new to discovering their family history.

Hosted by Hawkesbury Family History Group, as part of their regular meeting program.

Mon 14 Jul
2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
 

Learn about the extraordinary life of Dr. William Redfern, the convict who has a suburb named after him.  This session details the doctor’s riches to rags and back again story against the backdrop of early colonial Australia.

Lane Cove Probus Club

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Sat 26 Jul
2025
4:00 am - 5:30 am
 

Building on our previous exploration of AI in genealogy, this webinar showcases more advanced techniques for harnessing AI’s power in family history. We’ll cover sophisticated methods for data analysis, pattern recognition, and predictive modelling, showing you how to take your family history research to the next level. You’ll also learn about cutting-edge AI tools and how to apply them to uncover hidden connections and insights within your family tree. Ideal for those who are already familiar with basic AI applications, this session will expand your toolkit with innovative approaches to family history research.

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Sun 27 Jul
2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
 

Explore the exciting possibilities of AI in the realm of family history. Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just getting started, this talk will provide you with valuable insights and strategies for using AI to uncover your family’s unique story.

Hosted by VICGUM, as part of their regular meeting program

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Fri 22 Aug
2025
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
 

As part of a Cruise of the Murray River, a 2 day conference is being held in Adelaide.  Andrew will be presenting two sessions on Artificial Intelligence and Family History as part of this pre-cruise conference.

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Thu 11 Sep
2025
9:30 am - 11:30 am
 

Take your land records research to the next level with Andrew Redfern and Cathie Sherwood in this dynamic workshop. Focusing on the social and historical context of ancestral land, this course equips family historians with the skills to transform raw data into rich, engaging stories. Explore the role of land ownership in shaping communities, learn how to visualize property changes using modern mapping tools, and create compelling land histories with timelines, maps, and visual representations.

Consists of 4 sessions, held over 4 consecutive weeks.

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