Research Services
Source Sheet No. 39
The Council’s Archives does not have the resources, nor is it really the role of an Archives, to undertake detailed
historical research in response to public enquiries. While we will provide you with assistance in identifying,
requesting and copying archival records relevant to your research interests or projects, we are not able to carry out
research on the records for you. Generally help is limited to preparing source analyses aimed at selecting the most
appropriate records for you to use, and devising search strategies advising you on how you might go about tackling
your particular project.
In cases where substantial or ongoing research is required we recommend you visit the Archives to carry out your
own research in person. Where this is not possible our policy is to refer enquirers to consultant historians or specialist
researchers who may be engaged to undertake research on a fee for service basis.
The organisations and individuals listed below are generally available for short-term or longer-term research work.
Enquiries regarding projects and negotiations of fees and terms of engagement should be made direct with the service
provider. The Archives makes no recommendations or endorsements as to the skills or competence of those listed,
nor does it accept any responsibility for work that may be performed by them on your behalf.
Association of Professional Historians Inc.
PO Box 3345
Rundle Mall
ADELAIDE SA 5000
Telephone 8411 0161
www.sahistorians.org.au
Members of the APH can undertake research on behalf of individuals and all types of public
or private sector organisations, including commercial interests. Their annual Directory of
Consultant Historians and Researchers lists more than 20 highly qualified consultants and
provides information about their professional experience, skills and services offered, previous
publications and reports, and special research interests, as well as their contact details.
South Australian Genealogical and Heraldry Society Inc.
201 Unley Rd
UNLEY SA 5061
Telephone 8272 4222
E-mail saghs.admin@saghs.org.au
Web page www.genealogysa.org.au
The Society’s library holds a vast array of sources relating to the study of family history,
including a detailed index to gravestones in cemeteries throughout the State, and a number of
local, interstate and overseas indexes and census returns. The Society’s volunteers are able to
conduct research for family historians living outside the Adelaide metropolitan area on an
hourly fee for service basis.
Heritage and Historical Investigators
7/1 Frederick Street
MAYLANDS SA 5069
Telephone 8362 8262
Can carry out research on almost anything of an historical nature. Business histories and
building histories are a speciality, especially research into the history of houses and hotels.
Heritage surveys and site investigations are also catered for along with local history and
cultural tourism projects, including the preparation of historic walking tours.
Donovan and Associates
History and Historic Preservation Consultants
PO Box 436
BLACKWOOD SA 5051
Telephone/Fax 8270 1770
E-mail p_donovan@optusnet.com.au
Responsible for many publications and projects and capable of undertaking detailed research
on any number of subjects, both past and present. Specialities include administrative and
business histories, heritage studies, conservation plans, site analyses, local histories, oral
histories and biographies. Also able to assist with writing, indexing and production of
publications.
O’Neil Historical and Editorial Services
PO Box 2
KLEMZIG SA 5087
Telephone 8261 0077
E-mail bernard.oneil@adelaide.edu.au
Specialises in business histories, aboriginal studies, biography, science and sports histories. Has
written and contributed to many books on South Australian history. Can also assist with editing,
proofreading, indexing and publication production.
Historical Research Pty Ltd
PO Box 3044
Rundle Mall
ADELAIDE SA 5000
Telephone/ Fax 8338 2460
E-mail pbell@adelaide.on.net
Research, writing, heritage conservation, industrial archaeology, impact assessment,
environmental studies, photographic research, migration history and the history of technology are
among the subjects specialised in. Technical advice on researching and writing techniques is also
offered.
Further Information
City Archives: Topham Mall, off Currie and Waymouth Streets, Adelaide
Telephone: 8203 7439 Fax: 8203 7336 Email: cityarchives@adelaidecitycouncil.com