The Genealogy Room

13/10/2025

Is that ancestor really yours? 🤔

To be sure you’ve got the right ancestor, you need multiple pieces of evidence that tell a consistent story.

🔎 Gather and compare records:
Look at birth, marriage, and death certificates, census and military records, and even family Bibles. Go beyond names — check dates, places, occupations, and relationships.

📚 Cross-reference everything:
See if the details align across documents. Consistent information strengthens your case — contradictions may reveal someone else entirely.

⚠️ And remember:
Online family trees are great clues, but always verify with original sources!

Building your family story is about evidence, not just names. 💫

12/10/2025

🧬 Just starting out?

I know it’s exciting but….Don’t rush!

One of the easiest ways to stay on track is to document everything.

✍️ Every name, date, and place — note where you found it. Even a tiny note like “census record, 1851” can save you frustration later.

11/10/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by too much family research information? You’re not alone!

When I first started typing up my own family history, I found myself drowning in notes, records, and side stories. The biggest challenge wasn’t finding information — it was sorting and focusing on what really mattered.

✨ My best advice? Pick a clear focus and stick to it.
For example:
• Choose one branch of the family to document first.
• Start from a specific milestone — such as your ancestors’ first arrival in a new country or town.
• Stick to the direct line only, and leave additional marriages or relationships for later.
• Decide to go back only through the paternal or maternal line initially.

By narrowing your scope, you’ll make steady progress and enjoy the process so much more.

What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to organising your family research? 👇

11/10/2025

Don’t discount a cemetery visit! 🪦 🪦

Cemeteries can reveal so much more than just names and dates.

👀 Look beyond the grave:
Check neighbouring plots and nearby rows as you might find relatives buried close by.

🙋‍♀️ Ask at the office:
Cemetery staff often hold plot records with extra details like burial dates, next of kin, or even who purchased the plot.

👍 Happened to me:
My great-grandmothers headstone lists her husband and children so a great cross check to give me comfort I have the right person!

💡Remember:
Every cemetery visit has the potential to uncover new family connections. 🙌

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How do you keep track of your research? Do you have a favourite template or worksheet where you record your findings so you can easily track everything?

We’ve added a few of our favourites on Etsy. What are your favourite, most used sheets? Let us know!

Shop Providing the tools to navigate this exciting past time by TheGenealogyRoom located in Sydney, Australia.

24/10/2023

Did your ancestors move to a new country? Or perhaps you did?

How did it affect you and your family, changing the course of your lives? And how did it change your research?

In the 1970s, both my parents migrated to Australia by ship. Discovering the ship's log details has paved new paths in my research journey.

What's your captivating migration story? Share it with us!" 🌍✨

23/10/2023

🔎 Introducing Ruby Swan Genealogy, your gateway to your ancestry.

Based in Queensland, Ruby Swan Genealogy offers professional genealogical research services across Australia. With a passion for exploring generations past and reuniting families, she guides you through the intricate web of your family's history.

Teagan holds a Diploma of Family History from UTAS and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Historical Inquiry and Practice, specialising in Australian History & Local, Family & Applied History.

Discover more about Ruby Swan Genealogy services at Rubyswan.com.au and find them as a founding member on our website: https://thegenealogyroom.com.au/directory/ruby-swan-genealogy/

We're thrilled to have Ruby join us on this journey of exploration and look forward to witnessing her remarkable discoveries! 🌟🔍

22/10/2023

Your family's heritage transcends mere dates and names; it's the echo of generations long past, reverberating through time.

Each story is a key to understanding your own journey, providing context and meaning to the legacy you inherit.

The satisfaction in uncovering these stories is like holding a precious artifact from your family's treasury. 🗝️

What the one fact that you've found that has really resonated with who you are today?

19/10/2023

Have you seen our new website?

We are excited to connect you with other researchers to further your search. You can see them here https://thegenealogyroom.com.au/find-a-researcher/ and did you know that we are still open to accepting more founding members to fill up our new website.

You can add your genealogy business details to our website, as a founding member, which will be free, for life.

Know someone else who might benefit from this, then tag them!

We have limited space for founding members, so get onboard today and expand your business reach.

18/10/2023

🔍 Introducing Kim Paton-House, an avid genealogist based in Victoria.

Kim specialises in early Melbourne history and conducts extensive research in Scotland, Wales, and England. Her expertise spans convict, bounty, and early immigration to Australia and New Zealand. Kim also utilises DNA testing for her research.

You can follow her journey at https://www.instagram.com/kph.genealogy/

For full details about Kim and to contact her, check out her business listing on our website at https://thegenealogyroom.com.au/directory/kim-paton-house/

We're excited to witness the fascinating discoveries Kim will uncover and are delighted to have her on our website as a founding member! 🌟🔎