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Information Awareness Week

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Information Awareness Week unites industry practitioners across the globe. Notably, this event welcomes all professionals, irrespective of their association memberships, fostering a truly inclusive environment.

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Branch Meeting /

QLD Branch: New and Emerging Professionals Event

Thursday, 04 Jun 2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Brisbane Students, recent graduates and new professionals! You are invited to a networking event to chat with records and archives professionals.  This evening is open to members and non-members. The more the merrier! PLEASE NOTE that this is a self funded event.  (Look out for the ASA flag on the table)
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A life in Archives: Honouring the legacy of Dr Peter Orlovich

Tuesday, 09 Jun 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM ONLINE / PARKES Organised by the National Archives of Australia and presented by the Australian Society of Archivists, A Life in Archives: Honouring the Legacy of Dr Peter Orlovich recognises the outstanding career and contributions of Dr Peter Orlovich, a pioneering figure in Australian archival education and practice. Dr Orlovich established Australia’s first graduate training course for archivists at the University of New South Wales and made significant contributions to archival training, community archives, and local history throughout his career.
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SIG Meeting /

SA Independent School Archvies SIG Professional Development Event Term 2, 2026

Wednesday, 17 Jun 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Stonyfell Professional Development Term 2 Event at St Peter's Girls School and Archives
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Archives & Manuscripts

Vol 52 No 1 (2024)
Special Issue: Research and Practice
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Introduction to Records and Archives

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Introduction to Records and Archives is the first in a series of online learning courses designed to provide a solid introduction to archives and recordkeeping knowledge.

Introduction to Records and Archives is the first in a series of online learning courses designed to provide a solid introduction to archives and recordkeeping knowledge.

With a duration of approximately 90 minutes, Introduction to Records and Archives includes exclusive video content featuring leading practitioners, interactive quiz elements and a custom certificate delivered on completion.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • explain the concepts of archives, records and recordkeeping
  • explain the role of records and archives in society
  • list the common elements of recordkeeping and archives programs, and
  • describe the work of recordkeeping professionals today.

This course is suitable for:

  • Members seeking CPD training
  • New archivists or allied professionals working in archives and records
  • Archives volunteers seeking a comprehensive introduction
  • Government employees working in records and archives departments
  • Students seeking to extend their vocational or university study
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