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Australian Jewish Genealogical Society (Vic). Current events

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The International Tracing Service Archives as a Resource

by Elise Bath,
The International Tracing Service Digital Archive Team Manager at The Wiener Holocaust Library. 
The Wiener Library is the world’s oldest Holocaust archive and Britain’s largest collection on the Nazi era. 

For more information about ITS, why not look at this video explaining what the ITS archive holds and how the Library uses it. It also explains how to submit a research enquiry to ITS.

View the full video here

 

Venue:  A free online ZOOM event

Date: Sunday June 21st 2026 

Time: 7.00pm 

Register by CLICKING HERE. 

Abstract:

Elise Bath is the International Tracing Service Digital Archive Team Manager at The Wiener Holocaust Library. Beth is a Holocaust researcher interested in following a trauma informed, person-centred archival practice.

 

 

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My Family's connection to the Dunera Boys

RIchard Abrahamowicz/Richard George Arlen. From escaping Nazi occupied Austria, to internment in the UK, transportation to Australia on the HMT Dunera, internment in Tatura and Hay, to joining ‘Xtroop’, as a commando.

An incredible tale!

Venue:  A Free online ZOOM EVENT

Date: Tuessday August 4th 2026

Time: 7.30-9.00

Upcoming Event

My Family’s connection to the Dunera Boys

My Family’s connection to the Dunera Boys RIchard Abrahamowicz/Richard George Arlen. From escaping Nazi occupied Austria, to internment in the UK, transportation to Australia on

FAQs

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AJGS Victoria is a member of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies We’re a non-profit organisation based in Victoria, Australia and are dedicated to sharing information about Jewish connections in the region, helping members uncover their heritage, researching this heritage, and sharing our stories.

Anyone with Jewish heritage, who thinks they may have Jewish heritage or is interested in researching this interesting part of history is welcome to join our society. We are open to everyone of every background, regardless of ethnicity or culture, and aim to be a warm and welcoming group to all.

To join our society and take part in our events or access our research resources, all you need to do is complete our membership application. There are three different membership options, including an individual membership (annual fee of $35), family membership (annual fee of $50), and concession card holder membership (annual fee of $20).

Want to explore your family’s history? Join our society today and let’s discover your family’s story together!

Get ready to find out more about who your ancestors are and their connections with the Jewish community in Victoria today. You might even find new family members living right here in our city!

Past Presentations

Enjoy resources from members of our society and learn about research projects, records, and databases.
Start your journey of discovery, build your family tree, and learn about our shared history.

Jan Gronski

Jan Gronski AI for Handwriting Transcription Summary

Viv Bayer

ViV Bayer Galicia Summary

Sidra Kranz Moshinsky

Sidra Kranz Moshinsky – “Roots Project in our Schools “

Zvika Oren

Zvika Oren links for Websites

Zika Oren

Zvika Oren’s: Tombstones – The Stories They Tell

Logan Kleinwaks

Logan Kleinwaks – handout

Logan Kleinwak

Logan Kleinwaks-Benefits of using Genealogy Indexer June 15th 2025

David Marlow

David Marlow – Uncovering their Names and Stories: 300+ years of a German-Jewish family 1697-2024

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