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Aboriginal art and display

First Australians The National Archives holds many records relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their histories.

Indo-Chinese refugees arrive in Melbourne, 1979.

Citizenship records The National Archives holds a range of record relating to Australian citizenship, including naturalisation certificates and case files.

Cafe Constitution Coffee

Cafe Constitution Visitors to our National Office can grab a coffee and delicious meals from our beautiful cafe.

Board riding at Surfer's Paradise, 1977.

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Members of the Australian Women's Army Service.

Defence and war service records Explore our service records to learn more about your family's war history or commemorate ex-service members.

Focus: Australian government photographers Explore the lives and work of those tasked with documenting the visual heritage of Australia.

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Patrick Ferry and Alison Lettin
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Clifford Bottomley

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