Transferring state archives

Transfer is the process that results in records being taken into our custody to become part of the State Archives collection. These step-by-step procedures will guide you through the transfer.

Staff at State Records, Kingswood NSW

Transferring digital records to our custody

Advice and procedures for the transfer of digital-born state archives

Transferring physical records to our custody

Advice and procedures for the transfer of physical state archives

NSW State Archive, Kingswood. 19/9/2022

Transfer of electronic annual reports

The transfer of annual reports to the State Archives Collection is required under the State Records Act 1998

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Transfer plans

The requirement for public offices to submit a transfer plan commenced on 1 January 2024