Welcome to the Port Stephens Family History Society Inc.

Local & Family History

Welcome to the Port Stephens Family History Society Incorporated

Established in 1986, the aim of the society is to offer genealogy, local history, and heritage research facilities to members, visitors, and the wider community. The society’s focus on local history and heritage research contributes to preserving the area’s rich historical legacy.

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About Our Website

This video introduces the Port Stephens Family History Society and its work preserving local history and helping people research their family heritage. It highlights the society’s resources, projects, and welcoming community, and invites visitors to explore the website and discover the stories of the past.

Tanilba Bay Heritage & History Trail

Explore our Heritage & History Trail and uncover the rich history and cultural wonders of one of our suburbs through historical streets, heritage constructions, landmarks, and picturesque parks.

Henry F Halloran Sountrail

Welcome, potential buyer. Shake the sand off, sir. It’s the 1920s, and Australia is going full steam ahead. Owing to the surveyor, property developer and visionary, HFH, otherwise known as Henry Ferdinand Halloran, you’ve arrived at a destination of note. Tanilba Bay Estates with low deposits and easy terms.

Step Back in Time: Join Us on the Tanilba Bay Heritage & History Trail!

Welcome to the Heritage & History Trail in Tanilba Bay, a journey through time that unveils a rich history and commemorates those who served in World War 1.

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Get in Touch with Port Stephens Family History Society

We’d love to hear from you! Send us an email or visit us any Thursday from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm at the Lemon Tree Passage Old School Centre

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