The National Archives of Australia has announced it will close its State offices in
Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart in a bid to cut costs. Director General of the Archives, Ross Gibbs said the offices would be closed over the next two-and-a-half years as building leases expired.
“The decision to close these particular offices was difficult, but is, I believe, a responsible one,” Mr Gibbs said. “Canberra will bear budget cuts to achieve the savings, and there would naturally be a flow-on to all State offices.
“The decision to close the Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart offices was based on the knowledge that they could not endure any more budget cuts while still maintaining the high level of service that they are known for.”
