Welcome to the website of the Association of the Descendants of Thomas Bambridge and Maraea O’Connor
Dear Bambridge family members and friends,
We are delighted to welcome you to our website, a space dedicated to celebrating our roots, our stories, and our connections. Here, you will find all the information regarding our activities, events, and the many ways you can get involved and stay connected with our large family.
Our association aims to strengthen the bonds that unite us, preserve our family heritage, and pass on our values to future generations. As you explore this site, you will discover fascinating articles about our family history, profiles of our members, and important announcements about upcoming events.
We look forward to seeing you at our next big family reunion in Tahiti in September 2025. Get ready for a week of reunions, festivities, and unforgettable moments.
We wish you a very enjoyable read and see you soon!
Family Reunion 2025 – “The Light on Our Roots”
The 2025 reunion shone with energy, joy, and a deep sense of connection.
It was truly the gathering of illumination, a moment when our roots regained their clarity, and bonds between branches and generations were woven with strength and kindness.
Together, we shared, laughed, sang, cried, and above all, honored our history…
Some of the mysteries surrounding our lineage were finally brought to light.
During this beautiful collective momentum, the Rarotonga branch enthusiastically expressed their wish to host the next grand reunion.
Their proposal was unanimously approved:
See you in 2027 in Rarotonga for the 10th Bambridge Family Reunion!
Until then, let’s stay connected, share our stories, and keep our heritage alive.
One family, one name, one light.
Our news
- Meeting of the organizing teams
Family Gathering 2025: Final preparations and space organization! The organization of the September 2025 family gathering is moving forward quickly!Deadline for local participants to register for meals, the Moorea excursion, and the Tahiti island tour: March 31, 2025. We are proud to welcome Manase Teriitau to the team of coordinators. Representing the Ruahe family, he… Read more: Meeting of the organizing teams - The organization is growing stronger
The commissions’ meeting was held on Saturday, February 22, and the organization was pleased to witness an exceptional level of participation from family members. All branches were represented, demonstrating a strong and promising commitment to our upcoming grand gathering. We are delighted to count 143 international participants, including 103 from the Wichmann branch. This number… Read more: The organization is growing stronger - Report on the Committees Meeting – Saturday, January 18
MEETING OF THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEES The committee meeting held on January 18 marked a key milestone in the preparation of our grand family gathering in 2025. For many of our international cousins, this event will be a true pilgrimage to our common roots, a moment of great symbolic and familial significance. Among the projects discussed,… Read more: Report on the Committees Meeting – Saturday, January 18 - Toward New Horizons: The October 5th Family Meal, A First Step
The family meal on October 5, 2025, organized by the Bambridge Association, was a tremendous success. Broadcasted by several local media outlets, the event brought together a large number of participants, once again highlighting the strength of the bonds that unite our extended family. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the restaurant… Read more: Toward New Horizons: The October 5th Family Meal, A First Step