Medical and public health issues are some of the major areas where the government is responsible for our wellbeing. Australia has also played an important role in medical research and innovation.

The Great Depression began with the collapse of the US stock market in 1929. Public and political opinion was divided during a time when many Australians lost their jobs, savings and homes.

Find out about the types of information a typical agency needs to manage.

The National Archives of Australia's Preservation Policy will drive the development of strategies to address our collection’s inherent preservation challenges.

This fact sheet provides information on National Archives records about the administration of the Australian Capital Territory.

The National Archives of Australia accepts, preserves and provides access to valuable Commonwealth archival records. The records showcase government communications, decisions and actions.

Information on National Archives records about Fremantle Harbour.

Describe business information so that it can be found, understood and accessed appropriately when needed.

This fact sheet provides information on National Archives records about United States forces in Queensland.

The National Archives has 2 series of guides to help you find relevant records in our collection. We also have several books on finding records.

Dr Wendy Southern PSM, during her Australian Public Service career held senior positions across a number of departments and agencies including SES Band 2 and 3 positions in the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the then Department of Immigration and Citizenship (later Border Protection), the Department of Health and Ageing and the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation.

This fact sheet provides information on National Archives records about the Australian Atomic Energy Commission.

This fact sheet provides information on National Archives records about Customs House, Sydney.

Ownership of copyright in records held by the National Archives

AFDA Express Version 2 – Property Management

Australian Government websites are Commonwealth records and must be managed in accordance with the Archives Act 1983.

Learn about the types of records in our unique and irreplaceable collection.

Information on records in the National Archives from the High Court of Australia.

Advice for government agencies on lending and transferring of records.

Royal Australian Airforce records documenting UFO sightings reported to the government.