About 1.8 million Australians have a Scot in their heritage, descended from the 230,000 who emigrated from the auld country in 1788-1900, and the many more who have arrived since then.
On Saturday 8th February, a special day of Scottish family history research is being held in Ballarat to explore the Scottish Australian experience.
The great list of speakers include:
- Carol Armstrong, Secretary BDGS: Overview & Scottish influence in Ballarat & Western District
- Jan McDonald, Secretary Victorian Scottish Union: The role of the Group and Scottish Clans
- Dr. Kevin Molloy, Principal Librarian State Library of Victoria: Victorian and Australian Collections
- Joy Roy, Secretary Bendigo Regional Genealogical Society: Scotland’s People
- Stephen Matthews, Vice Chair of Pipe Bands Victoria & Vice Principal (Ensemble Victoria) of the Pipe Band College: Pipe bands in Victoria history and development
- Rebecca Landy, GSV Library & Resources Manager: Resources and collections.
Book soon for a great day of all things Scottish and a chance to meet and share information with other Scottish descendants and researchers.
This is organised by the Ballarat & District Genealogical Society in conjunction with the Scottish Discussion Circle of the GSV.
All other details, including how to book, can be found on the GSV website here.
Image reference: Caledonian Society at Casterton, Victoria. 1909. Museums Victoria Collections https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/items/766361 Accessed 17 January 2025