Public‑Records Research

An Affordable, ethical service for locating publicly available records

People who need:

  • Research for a land‑title or property history

  • Locating a specific archival document at PROV

  • Research into a genealogical detail

  • Verification of a historical detail within a family story

  • Public‑record enquiries from interstate or overseas

  • A researcher who can interpret documents clearly and present findings in plain language

What we do not offer

  • Surveillance

  • Background checks

  • Investigative or commercial intelligence

  • Any non‑public or restricted records

Fee Structure: 

Application Fee Invoice — $30 (non‑refundable) Covers:

  • assessment of your request

  • initial archival review

  • determining feasibility

Work Invoice If feasible, you will receive:

    • a clear outline of the work required

    • a simple invoice

    • a clear outcome either way, within 6 to 8 weeks
    • no Success Fee
    • no unexpected charges

Process

      • You submit your application

      • Researcher assesses feasibility

      • Work begins once payment is received
      • You receive the located documents or a clear explanation
      • Before applying, please read and agree to our Privacy & Terms.