NRS-14659 | Dependent children register cards [Dependent Children and Adoptions Branch, Department of Community Services]

These cards, which are arranged alphabetically by surname, relate to children born between 1945 and 1972 (there are some exceptions) who were admitted to state care. They record the name of the child, registration number (State Ward "B" file number), date and place of birth, religion, parent's name and address, allowance rate and particulars of movement - name and address of guardian, admission or transfer date and classification. Children were discharged from state care when they turned 18, or were adopted or were re-united with their natural family.(11/16197-221). 25 boxes. Note: This description is extracted from Concise Guide to the State Archives of New South Wales, 3rd Edition 2000.