Hello all,
I am on a year-long journey to prove a relative lived in Australia for a few years, namely in 1964 and 1972 (these two stints were longer stays - with shorter ones in between). They were not a Australian citizen at that point and were a child.
I had success through the NAA and a brilliant representative named Erik H in finding arrival records in 1964.
However, for the arrival in 1972 not so much luck. I narrowed down a potential landing window; Ship: Oriana. Landed in November 10th 1972 in Auckland, then went on to Sydney. Likely landed in Sydney on 11th-17th in line with transit times.
I have done multiple requests, stipulating the year and potential window, but each request has turned back a generic passenger card from 1970 which is readily accessible through a generic NAA search.
My questions:
- Does anyone know if there is a way to request a particular reviewer? Erik H seems to understand my situation and may be able to help.
- Has anyone had success finding arrival records in 1972? (NAA arrival records says they go until 1972, is that inclusive of the year?)
- I would love to hear any suggestions you may have.
Best, and many thanks.
