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BRANCH INFORMATION, MEMBERSHIP AND CONTACTS, MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES
ABOUT OUR BRANCH (see map below showing our region in the South Island, New Zealand)
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Our Aims (in brief)
To bring together and assist all who share an interest in family and local history, and to promote and encourage accurate research of New Zealand families’ history.
To encourage preservation of records of genealogical and historical value. |
Clyde Street, Balclutha |
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Early Fire Engine, George Street, Balclutha |
Why not join us?
Our members enjoy meetings, speakers, trips, events and a monthly newsletter, but most of all learning and sharing a common interest in family history in a relaxed and friendly group. |
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Branch Contact: |
Secretary |
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NZSG Balclutha Branch C/ N McLaren Mercer Rd RD 1 Balclutha 9271 New Zealand |
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MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES
Our meetings are friendly and informal. We warmly welcome visitors and prospective members to all our activities.
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Branch members are also able to research during public library open hours: Monday to Thursday 10am – 5pm Tuesday evening 7pm – 8pm Friday 10am – 6pm Saturday 10am – 12 noon
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An excellent option for those with research in South Otago and who live beyond our region is to take out a ‘Newsletter Only’ subscription. See ‘Membership and Contacts’ above. |
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Visiting South Otago?
For research assistance while in our region, you can contact us through:
Public Library, John Street, Balclutha
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Information Centre, Clyde Street, Balclutha (near the Bridge)
Or email us at: Balclutha@genealogy.org.nz
We are happy to undertake research for you prior to your visit.
Where in the world is Balclutha?
See maps below.
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South Otago showing Balclutha
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‘My Grandmother’s Kitchen’
A Collection of Recipes
Seasoned with
Memories and Tales of the Past
Not just another recipe book, this is a celebration of our branch which has been in existence for 35 years (2006). Coil bound for ease of use on the kitchen bench and with a laminated cover, the 120 pages are packed full of good old fashioned recipes, family favourites, interesting and unusual recipes along with memories, anecdotes, old sayings and Grandma's good old fashioned advice, all submitted by past and present members. Complete with humourous illustrations, a brief history and genealogy tips, we hope it will be enjoyed by many, not only for a good feed but also for a good read.
Priced at NZ$10 each plus $5 p&p. (NZ)
Click HERE to request your copy
‘The Inch’
The Reproduction and Update of the Story of
Stirling and Inch Clutha
By Alma M. Rutherford
This is an excellent local history, 224 pgs with photographs and full index
Available from us for NZ$25 + $5 p&p (NZ)
Total NZ$30 per copy
Click HERE to request your copy
“Genealogists never lose their jobs, they just go to another branch”
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‘Branch Information’ last updated 9 Feb 2007