New! Read the 2024 State of Recordkeeping report
The State Records Act 1998 is administered by State Records Authority NSW (State Records NSW) and Museums of History NSW.
Important changes to Part 6 of the Act take effect from 1 January 2024.
Check the Museums of History NSW website for more information.
References to Part 6 of the Act on the State Records NSW website will be updated in early 2024.
Introduction to Good Recordkeeping
Recordkeeping for government
Guidance and advice on records management.
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Good recordkeeping for Public office employees
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Find all of our guidance, advice, publications, forms, videos, reports and more.
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Good recordkeeping for Senior Responsible Officers
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What you need to know as the Chief Executive of your organisation
Find the current records retention and disposal authorities
Information on roles and responsibilities, self assessment surveys, the Regulatory Framework and monitoring tools.
Check our frequently asked questions
Transfer to Museums of History NSW for information about the State Archives Collection and access to State records