States & Territories
New South Wales/Sydney
Notary Publics in NSW are appointed by the Supreme Court and regulated under the Public Notaries Act 1997. The NSW Society of Notaries oversees professional standards and ethics.
Victoria/Melbourne
In Victoria, Notary Publics are appointed by the Supreme Court and governed by the Public Notaries Act 2001. The Society of Notaries of Victoria supports and upholds their professional integrity.
Queensland/Brisbane
Queensland Notary Publics are appointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury under the English Faculty Office. The Society of Notaries Queensland ensures best practices and ethical conduct.
Western Australia/Perth
Notary Publics in WA are appointed by the Supreme Court and regulated under common law principles. The WA Society of Notaries promotes professional excellence and compliance.
South Australia/Adelaide
The Supreme Court of South Australia appoints Notary Publics, who operate under legal tradition and common law. The Notaries' Society of South Australia provides guidance and professional support.
Northern Territory/Darwin
In the NT, Notary Publics are appointed by the Supreme Court and operate under established legal traditions. The Northern Territory Society of Notaries supports and upholds the profession.
ACT/Canberra
ACT Notary Publics are appointed by the Supreme Court and function under common law and statutory guidelines. The ACT Society of Notaries maintains professional standards and practice oversight.
Tasmania/Hobart
Tasmanian Notary Publics are appointed by the Supreme Court and follow long-standing notarial practices. The Society of Notaries of Tasmania represents and advocates for the profession.
