The role of State Records NSW
State Records NSW is the NSW Government’s records management authority.
We administer Parts 1, 2, 3 and 7 of the State Records Act 1998 which covers NSW public sector bodies such as:
- NSW government agencies
- local councils
- local health districts
- State owned corporations
- universities.
Our core role is to support transparent and accountable government, ensuring that government records are properly created, managed and made accessible to the public.
Contacting State Records NSW
Contact State Records NSW if you need assistance or have questions related to:
- the management of government records
- guidance on recordkeeping standards and practices within NSW public offices
Email: govrec@staterecords.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 02 9714 3080
Our office hours are Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (excluding public holidays)
To find and access records created by NSW government agencies please contact:
- The organisation who created the records directly or
- Museums of History NSW to access records held in the State Archives Collection including school files, family history research and NSW government records.
Email: collections@mhnsw.au
Phone: 02 9673 1788
Website: https://mhnsw.au/collections/state-archives-collection/
Please contact the Agency Services team at Museums of History NSW.
Email: transfer@mhnsw.au
Phone: 02 9673 1788
Website: https://mhnsw.au/government-services/state-archives-agency-services/
Email: info@staterecords.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 02 9714 3080
Contact: Executive Director, State Records Authority NSW