In Association with the Royal Australian Historical Society.

Speaker: Christine Yeats

Join us for a practical, informative course on using the NSW Historical Land Records Viewer (HLRV) to research individuals and properties. This course will guide participants through the process of accessing and interpreting historical land records, parish maps, and other key documents. Ideal for family historians, local researchers, and anyone interested in land ownership and settlement patterns, the course offers step-by-step instruction, research tips, and real-life examples. No prior experience is necessary. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills to explore land history and uncover valuable insights into the lives of past individuals and families.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

COURSE OUTLINE

• Introducing participants to the NSW Historical Land Records Viewer (HLRV) and its use in tracing individuals through land ownership records
• Navigating the HLRV, interpreting land titles, parish maps, and deposited plans, and applying this information to historical and genealogical research
• Explore real-life examples, engage in hands-on research, and develop the skills needed to connect land records to broader family and local history narratives

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Navigate the NSW Historical Land Records Viewer (HLRV) with confidence
2. Locate and interpret historical land records, plans, and parish maps
3. Trace land ownership to identify individuals and families over time
4. Understand key terminology and structures used in land records
5. Apply land record research to broader historical, genealogical, or property investigations
6. Use real-world examples to guide independent research

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Christine Yeats (FRAHS, BA, Dip Lib, Dip Arch Admin) is an archivist and historical researcher, with particular interest in women’s history. Her research interests include attempts to introduce a silk industry into the Australian colonies and the history of the Romani (Gypsies) in nineteenth century Australia. She is the Immediate Past President of the Federation of Australian Historical Societies; RAHS Councillor 2012-25 (Senior Vice President 2012-18, 2022-, President 2018-21; Convenor Events Committee 2012-); President Randwick & District Historical Society. Convenor, Assessment Sub-Committee UNESCO AMOW Committee and Chair of the Jessie Street National Women’s Library.

Please note: If you are a member of RAHS and wish to apply your RAHS Member discount to this course, please contact us to have this added to your student record before you enrol (unless added previously). To become a RAHS Member, visit their website at https://www.rahs.org.au/