Welcome to GUM (Victorian GUM Inc.). We're an association of family history researchers using computers, established in 1984. We provide technical support and services to assist our members to record their families' history. Please explore our website to see the benefits you'll receive as a GUM member. 

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GUM members can access discounted software via our Shop.

for discounted offers on a variety of genealogy software programs.

Membership Benefits

  • DISCOUNTS for Family History Software
    Save between 20 and 45% on popular Family History Software programs, including Charting Companion, Cite-Builder, Family Book Creator and Family Tree Maker.

  • ENLIGHTENING newsletters
    Eleven times per year members are emailed our very informative newsletter with the latest on family history software and related computer developments. (Download a sample)

  • PARTICIPATE in our User Groups to help you use your software
    Our regular and informative User Groups will extend your knowledge and skills in all aspects of using family history software and getting the best from your computer tools.

  • GUMnet, our in-house Information sharing Service
    GUMnet allows members to share information and knowledge, and to request assistance directly from our member base.

  • VIDEO Access to our Sunday presentations
    GUM's video-stream service allows members to watch any of the Sunday topic events. Events are held regularly throughout the year, with guest speakers presenting topics of interest for those involved in family history research.