About Grandma Kylie

Hi, I’m Kylie Willison, a genealogist based in South Australia, and I help people uncover their family stories—whether it’s building a family tree, solving mysteries through DNA, or tracking down birth parents.

I got started in genealogy in the early 2000s while teaching basic computing skills. I needed something for my students to look up online, so I chose the National Archives of Australia and searched for my grandfather’s WWI records. That simple class exercise sparked something in me—and once the session was over, I kept looking. I’ve been hooked ever since.

My research is detailed, thoughtful, and sometimes a little bit forensic. I’ve got a knack for finding the truth buried in the records—especially when things are complicated or hidden.

I share what I’ve learned through Facebook, Instagram and Youtube where I talk about real research, offer tips, and sometimes just chat with a cuppa in hand.

Genealogy is more than a job for me—it’s a way of honouring the past and helping people understand where they come from. I work with kindness and respect, no matter what your family looks like — 🌈chosen family, same sex relationships, transgender relationships, adoption, blended generations, or stories with missing pieces. Everyone deserves to know where they come from and record who they are.

If you’ve got a mystery in your family or don’t know where to start, I’d love to help. Please have a look at my services page and drop me a message about what sort of research you would like me to undertake.

If you’re looking for your birth parents please have a look at my Family Threads Project to see if this is the right service for you.