Welcome to Family History Bowerbird where I share my family history research, discoveries and family stories. I hope you find something of interest to you. I have been researching my family history since 1980. During those early, pre-Internet, years, I had to visit libraries and archives to access records. I was fortunate that some older family members talked about our family history and I listened! The development of the internet meant that many records were available at my fingertips. Now, DNA tests are the new frontier of family history research. I enjoy discovering new ancestors and researching their lives. I have completed an Associate Diploma in Local & Applied History, and Bachelor of Arts (History) through the University of New England, NSW, Australia and a Diploma in Family Historical Studies through the Society of Australian Genealogists.