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Education

2014-01-16T04:13:24Z

Wags.webmaster:

There are many groups in WA who provide [[education courses]] on how to go about genealogical or family history research and [[research]] methods.

== Courses ==

The Western Australian Genealogical Society is a leader in this area and has a comprehensive [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/activities Activities and Education Programme] covering many aspects of research.

Many of the local studies libraries provide short courses on their own collections, and also have outside speakers on family history topics.

Country based [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]] run their own courses from time to time and draw on their local knowledge and talent as well as guest speakers.

== Talks ==

In addition to specific courses on genealogy and family history, there are various [[discussion groups]] in the Perth Metropolitan area, and also in country WA, who conduct [[informal talks]]. Some of these groups meet on a regular basis, others are more ad-hoc, but all provide an interesting mix of topics.

== Special Interests ==

[[Special Interest Groups]] provide a place to pursue specialist knowledge.

Many organisations hold courses on specialist topics, e.g. WAGS Special Interest Groups, WA Museums, The Royal Western Australian Historical Society, and others.

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FAQ basics

2013-05-05T04:38:38Z

Wags.webmaster:

You are here: [[Main Page]] --> [[Basics]] --> [[FAQ basics]]

* Where do I start? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/429-starting-out Starting Out]
* Where do I look? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/246-sources Sources]
* What steps do I take? [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/431-research-stepps Research STEPPS]
* What will I find on Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/243-bmd-certificate-information BDM Certificate Information]
* [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/127-hints-a-tips-online Online Hints & Tips]
* [[How do I find living relatives]]
* [[Useful books]]
* [http://wags.org.au/o/links-table.html Useful Genealogy Links (Worldwide)]

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--WAGS Webmaster 15:44, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Computers

2013-05-05T03:26:33Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Personal Computers Hardware ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Personal Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

== Other Computer items ==

* [[Computer Terminology]]

* [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/127-hints-a-tips-online Hints and Tips Online]

* [[Libraries]]

* [[Internet Cafe]]

* [[Servers]]

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Main Page

2013-05-05T00:35:23Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Basics]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

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To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS GenWiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Main Page

2013-05-04T13:41:24Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Basics]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

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To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS GenWiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Main Page

2013-05-04T13:41:01Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Basics]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS GenWiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-04T13:40:07Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Basics]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computers]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
::[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
::[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

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--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Basics

2013-05-04T13:39:41Z

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* [[FAQ basics]]
* [[FAQ Computer terminology]]
* [[FAQ for Western Australian genealogy]]

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--WAGS Webmaster 15:46, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Main Page

2013-05-04T13:36:08Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS GenWiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Main Page

2013-05-04T13:35:43Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS Wiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Western Australia

2013-05-04T08:00:08Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

The Western Australian Electoral Commission website states that there are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

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==References==
See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt. of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia - Western Australia]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia - Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T07:59:06Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

The Western Australian Electoral Commission website states that there are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

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==References==
See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt. of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia - Western Australia]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia - Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T07:58:12Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

The <ref>Western Australian Electoral Commission website</ref> states that there are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

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==References==
<references>
See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)</references>

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt. of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]
</references>
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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia - Western Australia]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia - Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:30:54Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt. of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia - Western Australia]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia - Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:30:22Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia - Western Australia]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia - Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:29:42Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission] (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:28:57Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)]

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page]. See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:28:35Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)]

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page].

See also: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:28:04Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)]

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page]].

See also: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia]].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:27:17Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia - See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)]

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page]].

See also: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia]].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Western Australia

2013-05-04T05:26:37Z

Wags.webmaster:

The State of Western Australia occupies approximately one third of the Australian continent.

== Settlement of Western Australia ==

* [[Aboriginal Settlement]]

* [[European Contact]]

* [[European Settlement]]

== Local Government Areas ==

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia, under three classifications:

* [[Cities]]

* [[Towns]]

* [[Shires]]

There are currently 138 Local Government areas in Western Australia.
See: [http://www.waec.wa.gov.au/voting/local_government_elections/local_government_in_western_australia.php Western Australian Electoral Commission (as at Aug 2012, accessed Apr 2013)]

See maps at: [http://www.rdl.wa.gov.au/publications/Pages/Maps.aspx Govt.of Western Australia, Dept. of Regional Development and Lands]

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For general information see: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Australia Wikipedia's Western Australia page]].

See also: [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_Government_Areas_of_Western_Australia Wikipedia Local Government areas of Western Australia]].

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--WAGS Webmaster 00:03, 1 May 2013 (EST)

Computers

2013-05-04T04:17:22Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Personal Computers ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Personal Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

== Other Computer items ==

* [[Computer Terminology]]

* [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/127-hints-a-tips-online Hints and Tips Online]

* [[Libraries]]

* [[Internet Cafe]]

* [[Servers]]

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Computers

2013-05-04T04:12:01Z

Wags.webmaster: /* Other Computer items */

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Personal Computers ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Personal Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

== Other Computer items ==

* [[Computer Terminology]]

* [[Libraries]]

* [[Internet Cafe]]

* [[Servers]]

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Computers

2013-05-04T04:11:47Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Personal Computers ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Personal Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

== Other Computer items ==

* [[Computer Terminology]]

* [[Libraries]]

* [[Internet Cafe]]

* [[Servers]]

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Computers

2013-05-04T04:08:36Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Personal Computers ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Personal Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

== Other Computer items ==

* [[Servers]]

* [[Libraries]]

* [[Internet Cafe]]

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WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-04T01:07:56Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Base knowledge]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computers]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
::[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
::[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

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--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-04T01:07:05Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Base knowledge]]

* [[Computers]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
::[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
::[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

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--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Genealogy Software

2013-05-03T14:44:53Z

Wags.webmaster:

There is a variety of genealogy software available for both the novice and experienced user.

The WAGS [http://membership.wags.org.au/special-interest-groups-mainmenu-47/computer-sig Computer Special Interest Group] has a links page for [http://membership.wags.org.au/computer-mainmenu-48/28-genealogical-programs-on-the-internet-cig Genealogy Programs available online]].

* [[Genealogy programs]]

* [[Gedcom files]]

* [[Website production]]

Computers

2013-05-03T14:39:01Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Computer Classes ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]

* [[Genealogy Software]]

* [[Utility Software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]

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Publishing Software

2013-05-03T14:38:16Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with " * Book software :: Self Publishing :: Online Publishing * Databases :: Offline (Desktop or Laptop) :: Online (Hosted or DIY) * Websites :: Hosted :: DIY"

* Book software
:: Self Publishing
:: Online Publishing

* Databases
:: Offline (Desktop or Laptop)
:: Online (Hosted or DIY)

* Websites
:: Hosted
:: DIY

Utility Software

2013-05-03T14:35:02Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with " * Date conversion software * Photos & Images Software :: Photo manipulation software :: Photo management software * Scanning and OCR software * [[Video so..."

* [[Date conversion software]]

* Photos & Images Software
:: [[Photo manipulation software]]
:: [[Photo management software]]

* [[Scanning and OCR software]]

* [[Video software]]

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Genealogy Software

2013-05-03T14:31:03Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with " * Genealogy programs * Gedcom files * Website production"

* [[Genealogy programs]]
* [[Gedcom files]]
* [[Website production]]

Operating Systems

2013-05-03T14:28:46Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with "The main Operating Systems that users would come across fall into the following categories: * Windows * Linux * Macintosh * Android"

The main Operating Systems that users would come across fall into the following categories:

* [[Windows]]
* [[Linux]]
* [[Macintosh]]
* [[Android]]

Computers

2013-05-03T14:24:13Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology and tools evolve.

The main classes of computers that genealogists and family historians generally use come under the following headings.

== Computer Classes ==

* [[Desktop computers]] - A case, a monitor, keyboard and mouse

* [[Laptop computers]] - Portable, all in one case of varying sizes and capabilities

* [[Notebook computers]] - Lightweight, portable all in one case of varying size, similar capability to laptop

* [[Tablet computers]] - Smaller and less powerful than notebooks, can be hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartbooks]] and [[Personal Digital Assistants]] or PDAs - Smaller and less powerful than tablets, hand held, limited capabilities

* [[Smartphones]] - Smaller than tablets, multi-functional as phones with limited computing capabilities

== Computer Software ==

* [[Operating Systems]]
:: [[Windows]] (Microsoft)
:: [[Linux]]
:: [[Macintosh]] (Mac)
:: [[Android]] (Tablets)

* [[Genealogy Software]]
:: [[Genealogy programs]]
:: [[Gedcom files]]
:: [[Website production]]

* [[Utility Software]]
:: [[Date Conversion]]
:: Photos & Images
::: [[Photo manipulation]]
::: [[Photo management]]
:: [[Scanning and OCR]]
:: [[Video software]]

* [[Publishing Software]]
:: [[Books]]

::: [[Self Publishing]]
::: [[Online Publishing]]
:: [[Databases]]
:: [[Websites]]
::: [[Hosted]]
::: [[DIY]]

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Computers

2013-05-03T14:05:06Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers

2013-05-03T14:02:50Z

Wags.webmaster:

Computers

2013-05-03T14:00:12Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with "Computers have revolutionised the way in which genealogy research and recording is undertaken, and is continuing to change the way in which research is done as new technology ..."

Main Page

2013-05-03T13:35:52Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Computers]]

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS Wiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base for Western Australia.
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--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

FAQ basics

2013-05-03T13:27:18Z

Wags.webmaster:

You are here: [[Main Page]] --> [[Base knowledge]] --> [[FAQ basics]]

* Where do I start? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/429-starting-out Starting Out]
* Where do I look? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/246-sources Sources]
* What steps do I take? [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/431-research-stepps Research STEPPS]
* What will I find on Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates? - [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/243-bmd-certificate-information BDM Certificate Information]
* [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education/guides/127-hints-a-tips-online Online Hints & Tips]
* [[How do I find living relatives]]
* [[Useful books]]
* [http://wags.org.au/o/links-table.html Useful Genealogy Links (Worldwide)]

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--WAGS Webmaster 15:44, 3 May 2013 (EST)

WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-03T13:11:43Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Base knowledge]]

* [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
::[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
::[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

---------------
--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-03T13:11:04Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Base knowledge]]

* [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
* :[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
* :[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

---------------
--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

WAGS Wiki:Community portal

2013-05-03T13:10:40Z

Wags.webmaster:

* [[Base knowledge]]

* [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Databases]]

* Family History Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

* Genealogy Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]
* Genealogy Software see: [[Computer genealogy]]

* [[Lexica]]
* [[Local Studies Centers]]

* Repositories
:[[Metropolitan Repositories]]
:[[Country Repositories]]

* Societies see: [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]]

---------------
--WAGS Webmaster 14:52, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Education

2013-05-03T13:07:51Z

Wags.webmaster:

There are many groups in WA who provide [[education courses]] on how to go about genealogical or family history research and [[research]] methods.

== Courses ==

The Western Australian Genealogical Society is a leader in this area and has a comprehensive [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education Education Programme] covering many aspects of research.

Many of the local studies libraries provide short courses on their own collections, and also have outside speakers on family history topics.

Country based [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]] run their own courses from time to time and draw on their local knowledge and talent as well as guest speakers.

== Talks ==

In addition to specific courses on genealogy and family history, there are various [[discussion groups]] in the Perth Metropolitan area, and also in country WA, who conduct [[informal talks]]. Some of these groups meet on a regular basis, others are more ad-hoc, but all provide an interesting mix of topics.

== Special Interests ==

[[Special Interest Groups]] provide a place to pursue specialist knowledge.

Many organisations hold courses on specialist topics, e.g. WAGS Special Interest Groups, WA Museums, The Royal Western Australian Historical Society, and others.

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Category:[[GenWiki]]

Education

2013-05-03T13:07:35Z

Wags.webmaster:

There are many groups in WA who provide [[education courses]] on how to go about genealogical or family history research and [[research]] methods.

== Courses ==

The Western Australian Genealogical Society is a leader in this area and has a comprehensive [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education Education Programme] covering many aspects of research.

Many of the local studies libraries provide short courses on their own collections, and also have outside speakers on family history topics.

Country based [[Genealogical and Family History Societies]] run their own courses from time to time and draw on their local knowledge and talent as well as guest speakers.

== Talks ==

In addition to specific courses on genealogy and family history, there are various [[discussion groups]] in the Perth Metropolitan area, and also in country WA, who conduct [[informal talks]]. Some of these groups meet on a regular basis, others are more ad-hoc, but all provide an interesting mix of topics.

== Special Interests ==

[[Special Interest Groups]] provide a place to pursue specialist knowledge.

Many organisations hold courses on specialist topics, e.g. WAGS Special Interest Groups, WA Museums, The Royal Western Australian Historical Society, and others.

-------------
Category:GenWiki

Education

2013-05-03T13:02:29Z

Wags.webmaster:

There are many groups in WA who provide [[education courses]] on how to go about genealogical or family history research and [[research]] methods.

== Courses ==

The Western Australian Genealogical Society is a leader in this area and has a comprehensive [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education Education Programme] covering many aspects of research.

Many of the local studies libraries provide short courses on their own collections, and also have outside speakers on family history topics.

[[Country societies]] run their own courses from time to time and draw on their local knowledge and talent as well as guest speakers.

== Talks ==

In addition to specific courses on genealogy and family history, there are various [[discussion groups]] in the Perth Metropolitan area, and also in country WA, who conduct [[informal talks]]. Some of these groups meet on a regular basis, others are more ad-hoc, but all provide an interesting mix of topics.

== Special Interests ==

[[Special Interest Groups]] provide a place to pursue specialist knowledge.

Many organisations hold courses on specialist topics, e.g. WAGS Special Interest Groups, WA Museums, The Royal Western Australian Historical Society, and others.

Main Page

2013-05-03T12:59:52Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

* [[Education]]

* [[Research]]

* [[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS Wiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base for Western Australia.
-----------
Consult the [//meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

-----------
--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Main Page

2013-05-03T12:59:22Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

[[Education]]

[[Research]]

[[Repositories]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS Wiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base for Western Australia.
-----------
Consult the [//meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

-----------
--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Main Page

2013-05-03T12:58:44Z

Wags.webmaster:

<big>'''Welcome to WAGS ''GenWiki'''''</big>

The objective of WAGS GenWiki is to provide a detailed and expanding knowledge base on all aspects of genealogical and family history research and education, in particular for '''[[Western Australia]]'''.

It is envisaged that WAGS GenWiki will include: details of the information available; locations of the data, whether held in public or private repositories or collections; whether the data is in hard copy or digital format; and whether accessible online.

It is not intended that WAGS GenWiki be an index or list of items available through commercial or online pay sites, nor a catalogue of items available in libraries, these organisations have their own catalogues.

We hope that with the help of contributors, WAGS GenWiki will provide a road map for genealogy and family history research and in particular for Western Australian research.

Categories in the Wiki include:

[[Research]]

[[Repositories]]

[[Education]]

------------

To contribute to WAGS GenWiki you must be registered on the [http://membership.wags.org.au/ WAGS website].

Log in to WAGS GenWiki is via the WAGS Website log in, and then navigate back to the [http://wiki.wags.org.au WAGS GenWiki]. Contributions will be monitored, and moderated if necessary.

All wiki pages are open to the public.

We hope that you are able to contribute to the WAGS Wiki of family history and genealogical knowledge base for Western Australia.
-----------
Consult the [//meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents User's Guide] for information on using the wiki software.

-----------
--WAGS Webmaster 15:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Category:[[GenWiki]]

Research

2013-05-03T12:58:16Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with "== Starting Out == FAQ's are to be found --> here ------------ --WAGS Webmaster 18:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)"

== Starting Out ==

FAQ's are to be found --> here

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--WAGS Webmaster 18:50, 3 May 2013 (EST)

Education

2013-05-03T12:57:26Z

Wags.webmaster: Created page with "There are many groups in WA who provide education courses on how to go about genealogical or family history research and research methods. == Courses == The Western..."

There are many groups in WA who provide [[education courses]] on how to go about genealogical or family history research and [[research methods]].

== Courses ==

The Western Australian Genealogical Society is a leader in this area and has a comprehensive [http://membership.wags.org.au/membership-mainmenu-44/education Education Programme] covering many aspects of research.

Many of the local studies libraries provide short courses on their own collections, and also have outside speakers on family history topics.

[[Country based societies]] run their own courses from time to time and draw on their local knowledge and talent as well as guest speakers.

== Talks ==

In addition to specific courses on genealogy and family history, there are various [[discussion groups]] in the Perth Metropolitan area, and also in country WA, who conduct [[informal talks]]. Some of these groups meet on a regular basis, others are more ad-hoc, but all provide an interesting mix of topics.

== Special Interests ==

[[Special Interest Groups]] provide a place to pursue specialist knowledge.

Many organisations hold courses on specialist topics, e.g. WAGS Special Interest Groups, WA Museums, The Royal Western Australian Historical Society, and others.