Stay up to date with the latest records and interesting stories uncovered from the collection. This blog will offer you a snapshot into the world of historical research featuring the extraordinary tales of Victorian people captured within Victorian Government archives.
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Stunning scenes of Victoria

Archival Snapshot
A royal visit and the royal airforce

Archival Snapshot
Each moment is a pearl

Behind The Scenes
Drive-in banking

Archival Snapshot
Recordkeeping major highlights and challenges

Recordkeeping For Government
The fabulous Flintstones on parade

Archival Snapshot
Retro-Futuristic Gardens

Archival Snapshot
The 10 year anniversary of the 2009 Victorian bushfires

News And Events
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News And Events
Black Friday 1939

Archival Snapshot
Material in the Public Record Office Victoria archival collection contains words and descriptions that reflect attitudes and government policies at different times which may be insensitive and upsetting
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