Register of authorised employers

Last update: 12 November 2025

The Office of the Children's Guardian regulates the employment of children under 16 years of age in the entertainment and exhibition, still photography and modelling industries.

Register of authorised employers

Employers of children in these industries must have a valid authority to employ such children in NSW and comply with the Code of Practice.

Types of authorities:

  • entertainment and exhibition
  • still photography only
  • student.


If you are not sure if an employer is authorised to employ children in the relevant industries please contact us.

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