Australian Society of Archivists

Open by appointment; Photocopying facilities available. Charges may apply

Advance notice of visit and proof of identity required. Closed period of a minimum of 30 years applies to most records. Access to records within the closed period may be approved by the management upon receipt of written request stating the scope of research.

The main focus of the Archives is to collect the records created by the management of Fairfax Media its predecessors, amalgamated and subsidiary companies.

•  Constitutional documentation and Board records of Fairfax Media, its predecessors and subsidiaries
• Main correspondence series of senior executives John Fairfax & Sons Pty Limited and John Fairfax Limited - General Manager, Managing Director, Secretary, Editorial and Treasurer
• Copies of publications
• General administrative records of archival significance including technology, financial and staff administration
• Photographs of company premises, printing equipment and processes