VIC BDM PROPOSED FEE INCREASES

Extract for those in a hurry:-

"Importantly, representatives of Genealogy Groups have indicated their support for the proposed changes. Most of the information sought by this group of users comprises ãheritageä records that are generally available to all seekers. Heightened concerns about idenbreasty fraud have led to a general increase in the period after which records are made generally available in Victoria and other jurisdictions. Heritage records comprise: ð People over 75 years old who are no longer living (to be changed to 100 years); ð Marriages that took place more than 60 years ago; and ð rests that occurred more than 10 years ago (to be changed to 30 years). Reflecting the costs involved in retrieval and issuance of this clbutt of records it is proposed that images of heritage records purchased via the Registry online service, or uncertified copies of heritage records purchased via counter or mail where a registration number is quoted will remain at the current fee of $17.50. Certificates of heritage records will be charged the fee of $25.80".

My summary of the proposal: Heritage certificates ordered with the Registration number are to remain at $17.50 but the years available are to shrink.

-- Bob