Dubbo and District Family History Society Inc has one of the largest collection of genealogical and historical resources outside of Sydney. This collection is at the Western Plains Cultural Centre. Their website for more information can be found here.
The link for the above does not appear to be working. Could you please advise if they have a current website.
Thankyou
Unfortunately the website for the Society is currently down. It will be back up shortly.
Dear whomever,
I was wondering what the operating hours are for the Dubbo & District Family History Society Inc. I am looking up coming up from Melbourne in April and would like to access some information on my grandfathers parents, in particular his mother Ivy Heydon, who died in Dubbo in the early 1920’s – if there is any information available. I recall that you weren’t open on Tuesdays? Could you please confirm times and days of operation.
Thanks and regards,
Pauline
I was hopeing too donate some material too the Society but it is out of order .I was hoping too gain some interest and contact with those interested in the names of Hicks ,Gow and Tradelegy .
Looking for any Carrolls who are related. My grandfather was Patrick John Carroll married Kathleen Hitchen daughter of William Hitchen ( Coo-ee March leader) The Carrolls moved to Gilgandra then later when their four sons Vin, Lyall, Erroll and Patrick married they all moved to Gosford. Vin in Real Estate, Lyall and Paddy ran a bakery and Erroll my father had a jazz band. All four brothers passed away now. Would love to hear from any relos Hitchens or Carrolls.
correction of email address
My grandfather was Charles Smith and my grandmother Elizabeth Carroll her father was James Patrick Carroll of Dubbo. I lived in Gosford and the Carrolls there where my father’s cousins they owned The Carroll Inn a cake/bakery shop I have been researching my fathers family and bingo! I think your grandfather was my grandmother’s brother but I’m not sure, all the Smith family are dead now, so sad, there was a Carroll in Gosford who was a dentist also, I think he was a Carroll I was only 16 or 17 at the time
My G.Grandfather’s name was Patrick James Carroll he married Margaret Kent in 1884 he died in Sydney in 1922 aged 74. Margaret died at Clydebank Hospital in 1924 aged 69. They had 9 children 6 boys and 3 girls. A Patrick was born in 1888 my grandmother Elizabeth was born in 1885.
To Susan Carroll re Carrolls of Gosford, I have been speaking to my Aunt who is my late fathers sister and she said Yes the Carrolls Vin,Lyall,Errol and Patrick would be my 3rd cousins making you my 4th cousin !! She remembers the boys well, and what they did great to speak with her,she is in her eighties of course I’m 70 so time does fly. hoping to hear from you…….. Pat
I am hoping to find information on Lilian Finch (nee Cauchi) wife of Neville Finch (married in 1950). Lilian’s mother is my Great Aunt. Any information would be greatly appreciated and any rellies welcomed.
Sorry the Historical site is not working. I’m trying to find anything about my ancestor Charles Rademy who was from Dalmatia and lived in Dubbo in the 1870’s or about. How do I access your records?
My great grandmother registered her 3rd child’s birth, following shortly after her husband’s death, at Pine Ridge, Denison Town. Her name was Elizabeth Manning, nee Donoghue. I wonder where this is in relation to the town of Dubbo, and whether her parents in law , Thomas and Margaret Manning [we think he was a blacksmith] were settled there. The years of 1882-1892 are relevant.
Would the historical society have records to help?
Looking for information on my great-great-grandmother, Charlotte McMunn and her parents John and Priscilla McMunn.
I’m one of the Astill clan. Looking for information on great grandmother Annie nee Hudson born 1858, married Alfred Astill 1876 Narromine. Supposedly still around Dubbo area 1935/36. BDM records not helpful. Alfred and Annie separated but no idea whether there was divorce/remarriage.
Re: Lorraine Lang message, 31 July.
My wife Carol’s gr/grandmother was Rose Hannah McMunn, father John and mother Priscilla Hart. Rose married William Henry Whitton and is buried at Ballimore, Lonely Graves. Sounds like the same family.
We have nothing on them at present and are trying to find out more about where this family came from.
RE: LORRAINE LANG/BARRY ROBERTSON(MCMUNN FAMILY)
Lorraine, & BARRY i can help you somewhat, i have the MCMUNN line back to 1640 & it DOES inclued JOHN & PRICILLA(HART) MCMUNN, it inclues 5000+ names
this MCMUNN line came from scotland then to Ireland,then to America,Canada,England & Austrilia,would love to swap info with ya
scott McMunn
I have been trying to find information regarding the Greentree family but am not having much success finding a way to contact the Historical Society. My Grandmother was Gertrude Elsie Greentree (1891-1954) Gertie was born in Dubbo. I have also been trying to find information about her father Albert. Albert was born in the Lower Hawkesbury in 1856 and died in Dubbo in 1910. Is there some way I can access information on line as I am living in Hervey Bay Queensland.
To Scott McMunn
Have just found your reply of Dec 15 2010, re my enquiry on the McMunn family. Would love to make contact so we can exchange info. We have info on the Whitton family and their descent from convict William Witten.
Barry Robertson
Barry,
my email is scottiemcmunn@yahoo.com, will send a ebook to you on the MCMUNN FAMILY
If you have specific queries you are probably better off directing them to the history society itself, this webpage he is just a Dubbo information site.
You may also want to contact the local Dubbo library, they have cemetery records.
Macquarie Regional Library
ph 6801 4510
ask for Sandra Smith for historical matters.
I am searching for a property ‘Chain of Ponds’ – in 1847 it was described as being one of 6 stations within the Timnee or Gorothory Run. It was said to be within the Obelee Mountains – embracing a circle about 4 miles taking Chain of Ponds as the centre.
Other stations were Paling Yards, Cundy, Caddumbles, Carrogh Creek.
Spelling is notoriously irregular in these old descriptions so a phonetic interpretation is recommended.
If anyone has any tips on where the property may be or have been – or tips on where to find a map of the area at the time – I would be most grateful as ‘Chain of Ponds’ is where my great-great-grandmother was born in 1847.
Re: John McMunn & Priscilla Hart
Would love to get in contact with Barry Robertson & Lorraine Lang regarding the McMunn Family. John & Priscilla are my GG/Grandparents. Was is contact with Scott McMunn some years back but was unable to find a connection as McMunn isn’t John’s original surname it changed to McMunn some years after his arrival in 1844. John served as a chief constable with the NSW police before becoming a gaoler at Dubbo. I am descended through his daughter Priscilla Mary who married William John Bird. Would love to hear from anyone connected to this family.
Regards Ciara
Hi, I don’t know if you could help me, but would like some information about the pub that used to be in Wongarbon in the 1920’s. It was near the railway line. My mother grew up in the pub.
Thank you,
Pauline
This message is for Ciara Knox, Scott McMunn, Barry Robinson and Lorraine Lang. My Great Great Grandparents were Rose McMunn and William Whitton, I would love to hear from you to gain any information that you would be happy to give. I am also happy to help you with what I have. My email is tamasswarlock@gmail.com Kind Regards Tamarra Whitton
Bev, have just read your enquiry of 21.1.2010 re Lilian Finch (nee Cauchi), she was my sister-in-law who died last month in Sydney aged 83. Her mother Louise Cauchi died in 1984 aged 90. Maybe we can communicate if you are still available?
hi,just wondering if anyone had information on William Riley 1835-1901 died Gulgong and Nancy Ann McFadden 1839-1877 died bundemar station dubbo nsw.
Nancys father was John McFadden and unknown aboriginal mother.
Thanks for any help.Julie
http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/AUS-KOORI/2012-04/1333840525
This link is for Julie Roberts not sure if this will help you
This massage is for Julie Roberts looking for info on Nancy Ann McFadden and William Riley.
This is the marriage certificate number for the people stated above this could help you if you order this certificate.
Certificate marriage number is
448/1855v185544843b
the v in the certificate usually indicates early church records they were married in the area of Wellington in 1855 you might find Nancy’s parents listed on her marriage certificate,,, hope this helps
Message for Julie re: Nancy McFadden. I have been researching Nancy and extended family for a number of years for my husband. I have a lot of information including the aboriginal mother. You are welcome to email me mymico@gmail.com
For Julie Roberts,
I have a lot of information on Nancy Riley nee McFadden, her father, mother and children. My husband’s grt grt grt grandmother is Nancy. You are welcome to send me an email mymico@gmail.com for info/discussion
Hi there,
Looking for ANYONE with information on FRANK JAMES or Kathleen FINCH from Dubbo area. Please contact me tegan.pollack@anglicare.com.au
Hello Clara Knox
My name is Barbara Bird. My father, Mervyn Bird, is the grandson of William John Bird and Priscilla McMunn. If you would like information please email me at hl_bbird@outlook.com and I will let Dad know so he can contact you with information.
Barbara Bird
Hi my message is for Ciara Knox, Scott McMunn, Barry Robinson and Lorraine LangTamarra Whitton I am researching John Whitton 1885-1960 his parents are William Henry Whitton and Rose McMunn , I was wondering if any of you will help me with information on these two families . Scottie thank you for your email I have tried to send you a reply but for some reason it has failed to twice . I would be very great full for any information that will help me in my research as John Whitton is my step fathers In-laws grandfather and he don’t know a great deal about his family and I am trying to help him fill in the gaps
Hi I’m doing the family tree of Jemima and William J Powell of Dubbo . daughter Ida Victoria Powell married Ernest smith who later died and Ida married his brother Randolph smith .they moved to Newcastle ….can anyone help with more information please ……..
Isaac Kemp was my Great Great Great Grandfather who died on the 11 April, 1857 in Cobra which I assume was part of Dubbo (there is a street named Cobra St). The particulars of death registration was done by a police officer in Dubbo (name I’m unable to make out) but he was buried Cobra on the 12 April, 1857. Having checked the burial records of Dubbo there does not appear any cemetery named Cobra.
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
for Ciara Knox, Tamarra Whitton, Barbara Bird, Lorraine Lang, Barry Robertson, Scott McMunn, Carol Greenbank…….hello my name is lynne hepplewhite my mother valma olsen her mother Hanna Rose Whitton and her mother Rose hanna Mcmunn who is buried at ballimore lonely graves. so we are all related isnt that good to know.. Rose Hanna Mcmunn’s husband William Henry Whitton left Rose and he is buried at Coonable cemetry my mother thinks. i have photos of Rose’s, Hanna Rose and others if anyone would like them contact me on lhepp63@hotmail.com we dont have much info but my mother Val is 85 and could probably answer some questions if anyone wants. she recalls the Bird family. mum has also wondered do any whittons know if the statue of the Railway Whitton at Central station is any relation. thankyou lynne
Hi Susan,
I cam across this trying to find more information about my family who were from Dubbo.
My great grandfathers name was William Powell. I have been looking at some old letters written by an Ida Powell. We must be looking at the same family tree?
It would be great to touch base.
Warm regards,
Lisa Powell
Hi Everyone
My name is Helen Douglas. I am desperate for information about the Whitton family. William and Rose are my great grandparents and Thomas and Albert are my grandparents. They lived at Mendooran. They had seven children. I am Olga’s daughter. Love to have some information. I know nothing.
Cheers Helen
Hello. My grandfather was Thomas Whitton. He was married to Alma Clarkson. They lived at Mendooran. We are related to the McMunn. I am looking for any information about this family. Cheers Helen Douglas
Hi Lisa Powell & Susan Smith
Im currently researching William Powell and family in Dubbo for a friend and I was wondering if you would be interested in contacting me and sharing information please?
Regards
Emma Budworth
Hi
I am looking for a hard copy of the Cobar Cemetery Records. Can you please let me know if this publication is available. A lot of my PAYNE relatives are buried there.
Thanks
Re Pauline Lynch and Wongarbon Pub
I might be related to you with your surname !
I’m not sure of the pub but I know my grandmother, Ida Kathleen Lynch grew up there and she had a lot of very tall, strong brothers and my own brothers, her grandsons, take after them, all over 6’
(Merv Lynch,
Service number
3428
7 LHR [Light Horse Regiment, Mother Annie Lynch, from Cairnfield Station, Trangie). Nana moved and married in Sydney and my dad was born in 1931.
I hope you find the info you’re after, there’s a War Memorial in the local school?
To Julie Roberts re William Riley 1835-1901
Hi Julie, William is my great grandfather. His wife Eliza Jane nee Harvey. They had 5 surviving children.
Happy to exchange information via email
Regards
Kaye Kloiser (Barber)
Emma Budworth, I just saw this…..
Id be happy to share the information I have a see what you’ve managed to find out about the family of William Powell. No idea how to get in contact with you though?
10 years ago I lived in Parkes and Drove to Dubbo and discovered a sign that said “Delroy Heights”. I then discovered that Dubbo had used “Delroy” for a Highschool, a Park, a Residential Subdivision and a Shopping Centre. My question is where did the name “Delroy” originate? Why am I asking? My Grandfather’s brother was named Delroy Barron Packer, born in Australia, my Uncle was named Delroy Barron Packer, my name is Delroy Joseph Packer ? I have not seen the name “Delroy” used elsewhere as in Dubbo. Cheers
Dear Sir/Madam, we have a coat and hat side board/ hall stand that was first displayed in Dubbo station in 1880; It was commissioned for the opening of the railway to Dubbo.
It is in very good condition.
We are in the process of moving house and our new accommodation will not suit this historical piece.
We were wondering if this might interest you
Hello from Christchurch, New Zealand.
I am researching a family member born in Ballimore in Western Plains in 1814. Name:Adelbert Peter Lawson. He married my great great aunt Margaret Robinson in 1857 in Nelson NZ.
I would be interested to know of any history around that time in your area. Best Wishes
Graeme Robinson
Hello
I am trying to find a photo of Clydebank.
My mother, Shirley Dawson was born there in 1929 when it was a private hospital.
She met my father, Warren Kennedy, when it was a boarding house and he was boarding there in 1950.
I have searched the web and cannot find a photo.
Could you please help me?
Yours sincerely
Brooke Rozorio