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Two people bending over a desk and looking at a book.

National Library of Australia staff looking at an album of paintings of Indian native costume on mica.

Collecting the stories of the Indian diaspora in Australia

The Library is actively looking for stories from Australians with Indian heritage to add to the national collection.

Information article
Brochures from various years of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne on a black surface

Ephemera from the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, collected in 2024

Collecting your stories: Indian Diaspora in Australia

We're seeking ephemera, such as pamphlets, posters, badges and programs, from the Australian-Indian community.

News article
A sample of an emigration pass. It says 'Colonial Emigration Form, Man's Emigration Pass' with signatures and handwritten information.
Indian emigration passes to Fiji 1879 - 1916

Find out how to access over 60,000 passes issued to Indian people who came to Fiji as indentured labourers.

Research guide
Four Indian-Australian women
Mother India: Gender and the diaspora

A fascinating panel discussion that explored the issues faced by Australian women with Indian heritage.

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