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Information Access Series: Annual FOI agency survey – hints and tips for 2023-24 (July session)
Each year, OVIC conducts the annual FOI agency survey which is coordinated by our Registry and Case Support team. This involves collecting data from each Victorian agency and Minister on the administration and operation of the FOI Act, including the...
Administering the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) – July & August
The Administering of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) webinar has been developed to provide VPS employees with a general understanding of the FOI Act and guide them through how to process a request. These sessions include live...
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) webinar – August
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) looks at interpreting information privacy and the Act, whilst also providing public sector employees with a detailed understanding of each stage of the information lifecycle. Please...
Administering the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) – September
The Administering of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) webinar has been developed to provide VPS employees with a general understanding of the FOI Act and guide them through how to process a request. These sessions include live...
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) webinar – October
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) looks at interpreting information privacy and the Act, whilst also providing public sector employees with a detailed understanding of each stage of the information lifecycle. Please...