Births, deaths and marriages registration (1841), 27 May 1841, courtesy of State Law Publisher of Western Australia.
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The Births, deaths and marriages registration 1841 (4 & 5 Vict. No. 9) legislation required that these events be registered in Western Australia. The legislation set up the registry functions and prescribed penalties for failing to register. The registration of births and marriages in particular had a longer-term impact on the treatment of 'illegitimate' children and their mothers in Western Australia.
Prepared by: Debra Rosser
Created: 2 May 2013, Last modified: 21 October 2021
Last updated: 17 October 2023
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