Queensland
Adopted adults (18+) and Birth parents:
Can obtain identifying information, (unless a veto preventing access has been placed). The birthfathers name can only be provided if paternity has been established.
Step 1: Obtain information from the government department. Fees are applicable. Contact below for application forms and other information.
Local & Post Adoption Services Unit
1st Floor, 111 George Street
GPO Box 806
Brisbane QLD 4001
Ph: (07) 3224 7415
Ph: 1800 647 983 (Outside Brisbane)
Fax: (07) 3210 0350
Email: asq@childsafety.qld.gov.au
Website: http://www.childsafety.qld.gov.au/adoption
Our services – We can assist you with information, counselling, search, contact and mediation.
Click here to contact us or Join Adoption Jigsaw
QLD Support Groups
- Adoption Support Group – Zillmere. Ph: (07) 3390 8876
- Association for Adoptees – Tallagandra Heights Ph: (07) 3807 6428 (office hours)
- Jigsaw QLD – New Farm Ph: (07) 3358 6666 Fax: (07) 3255 0336. Jigsaw QLD assists anyone affected by adoption with research, contact and general support. Monthly meetings held.
- North QLD Combined Women’s Services Inc – Townsville Ph: (07) 3775 7555 Fax: (07) 3779 2959
- South East QLD Adoptive Families Group – Tingalpa Ph: (07) 3390 8876
- Sunshine Coast Adoptive Families Group – Maleny Ph: (07) 5494 2842
Intercountry adoptions – ask the dept. for details of other support groups