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FamilyHistoryWA (FHWA) is the largest family history society in Western Australia. We assist family historians to research family history in Western Australia, as well as all corners of the world.
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 People of Western Australia's Ghost Towns  - Donate Now 

Phase 3 is now underway, with more than 70,000 records added to the GhostsWA database.

Do you have any information about any of the towns listed?  Family memorabilia, photos, stories are all welcomed. Check the website now to see if you have any connections. 

The next big step is to build an online search facility and website for the project.  You can help by donating now. .

The next online information session is scheduled for Saturday 21 June at 2pm.  Book here now to find out all about the project.

Explore all of the towns at Ghostswa and join our Facebook page. 

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They came by ship

Get ready for our Family history month event on August 2 They came by ship, presented by the Enrolled Pensioner Guards, Convict, Military and Western Australia interest groups.

Find out more here.  You can explore a little sample of the FHWA library's collection.  Check the Library catalogue.Catalogue

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FamilyHistoryWA acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.