Files are in plain buff covers labelled and numbered ink. Some are protected by extra file covers provided by the Department of Foreign Affairssince their transfer to Australia.
The system is probably modelled on that used in Canberra from 1945 to 1947. Files may be distinguished from the 'L' sub-series within that system, by their year numbers - also by appearance and subjectsThe 'L' is sometimes dropped in file citation e.g. in lists referred to at 11 below.
Quantity in agency custody
3.0m (+?) held by CA1382, Department of Foreign Affairs, Central Office