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The legislation regarding adoption differs in all states and territories in Australia, and each jurisdiction also has their own adoption support and information services.
For further information about adoption processes and supports available in your state or territory:
New South Wales: Department of Family & Community Services
Victoria: Department of Human Services
Western Australia: Department for Child Protection
South Australia: Department for Child Protection
Tasmania: Department of Health and Human Services
Australian Capital Territory: Community Services
North Territory: Department of Children and Families
Last modified on: 17 June 2020