My name is Peter and I’m a writer, historian and teacher. I’m dismayed that Australia’s national digital resource, Trove, will be forced to shut down without continued government support. Trove is a beloved, accessible platform that is relied upon by thousands of Australians.

Please sign and share this petition to urge the government to continue funding Trove, a core part of Australian culture. 

It’s widely used by writers and historians, as well as academics and students with nearly 70,000 site visits a day. Trove offers Australians from all walks of life the opportunity to explore their personal and family history as well as delve deeply into Australian history. We cannot lose this extensive database of historical material.

Trove is a national asset that is an important part of Australia’s culture. Our arts institutions are in desperate need of support. The loss of Trove would put huge pressure on Australia’s public library system and reduce capacity for historical research.