The discovery of gold in Australia in the mid-nineteenth century sparked a massive influx of people to the continent, leading to one of the most significant periods of migration and social change in...
Category - Australian Genealogy
Pioneers and Settlers: Researching Early Australian Land Records
Australia’s early settlers, whether former convicts or free immigrants, played a crucial role in shaping the country’s landscape. As they established farms, businesses, and communities, they left...
Early Convict Records and Their Impact on Australian Ancestry
Australia’s history as a penal colony is a defining chapter in the nation’s story, and for many Australians, it’s where their family history begins. The transportation of convicts to Australia...