Archives Act 1983 (Cth)

The Archives Act 1983 (Cth) is an Australian law that governs the management and preservation of government records. It establishes the National Archives of Australia, which is responsible for storing and making accessible important historical documents. The Act ensures that records created by government agencies are kept for a specified period, allowing for transparency and accountability. It also outlines how and when these records can be accessed by the public, supporting the idea that citizens should have the right to information about their government.