New South Wales

Adopted adults (18+) and Birth parents:
Can obtain identifying information (unless a veto preventing access has been placed) and nonidentifying information.

Step 1:

Obtain information from the government department. Fees are applicable. To apply for information you can download an application form direct from DCS by going to:
http://www.community.nsw.gov.au/DOCSWR/_assets/main/documents/adopt_supply_form.pdf , or contact them at the address below.

Adoption Information Services
Community Services
Locked Bag 4028
ASHFIELD   NSW   2131

4-6 Cavill Ave
ASHFIELD  NSW 2131

Ph: 1300 799 023 (local call cost)

Email: adoption.information@community.nsw.gov.au
Website: http://www.community.nsw.gov.au

Or you can contact us and we will send you the relevant form, information and some initial reading.

The NSW Post Adoption Resource Centre (PARC) also has an excellent web site at www.bensoc.asn.au/parc with information about all aspects of adoption. Their services include information, counselling, mediation, support groups, research and a library. Their contact details are:

Post Adoption Resource Centre (PARC) NSW
Locked Bag 6002
HURSTVILLE    NSW   1481

Level 5, 7-11 The Avenue,
Hurstville  NSW   2220
Phone: 1300 659 814 (local call cost)  or (02) 9504 6788
E: parc@bensoc.org.au

Our services – We can assist you with information, counselling, search, contact and mediation.
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