National Archives of Australia, Western Australia Office
About
About
About organisation
The National Archives' collection contains records about key events and decisions that have shaped Australian history. Our records connect you with the stories and people that define our past, shape our future and help safeguard our democracy.
Under the Archives Act 1983, the National Archives gives the community, researchers and government access to these original records.
We have an office in every Australian state or territory capital city.
Find out more by visiting www.naa.gov.au.
Collection
Collection
Collection overview
With more than 40 million items, our collection mainly includes Australian Government records from Federation in 1901 to now. We hold records about military service, immigration, First Australians and much more.
While most of our records are paper files, we also have photographs, audiovisual records, sound recordings, maps and plans, and digital records.
The Western Australia Office holds records documenting 20th-century migration and migrants, defence service personnel, shipping and customs, lighthouses and post offices, scientific research, space exploration and many other aspects of Western Australia’s history.
Contact
Contact
Contact information
Ground floor, William Square
45 Francis St
Northbridge WA 6003
Australia
Visit
Visit
Visit information
Ground floor, William Square
45 Francis St
Northbridge WA 6003
Australia
The National Archives Western Australia Office in Northbridge incorporates a research centre, seminar facilities, and an exhibition space.
Researchers must pre-order collection items for viewing in the Research Centre.
| Day | Time slot | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Mon: | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | |
| Tue: | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | |
| Wed: | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | |
| Thu: | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | |
| Fri: | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm | |
| Sat: | Closed | |
| Sun: | Closed |
