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About us
Learn about what we do, read our publications and resources, and find information published under Part II of the FOI Act.
What you can expect from us
Read about what you can expect from us when handling requests, complaints, an FOI review, a general complaint, or other requests for help.
Our functions and activities
Read about our purpose, and the functions and activities of our business units.
News and media
Read our news items, newsletters, media releases, blog posts, and find out how to contact us for media enquiries.
Structure and Commissioners
Read more about our organisational structure and our Commissioners.
Regulatory action
Read investigation and examination reports, and more about our regulatory approach and regulatory action.
Read about how the Commissioners are able to delegate certain regulatory functions and powers to OVIC employees.
Read about our approach to promoting, assuring and/or enforcing the FOI Act and the PDP Act.
Legislation we work with
Read about the legislation we are established under and provide independent oversight over.
Our strategic plan
Our strategic plan outlines our goals and aspirations to guide our work from 2021-2024.
Annual reports
Read OVIC's annual reports which outline the operation and administration of the PDP Act and FOI Act.
Gender equality action plan
This plan outlines OVIC’s vision and strategies for creating a gender diverse and equitable workforce.
Make an FOI request to us
See how to make a freedom of information request for our documents or request an amendment to a record.
Make a complaint about us
Read about what to do if you have a complaint or feedback about a service we have provided.
Our documents and resources
Understand the types of documents we produce including annual reports, guides and resources, and other publications.
Our policies and registers
See our policies and procedures used to make decisions or provide advice, as well as corporate registers and policies.
Consultant reports and publications
See reports, publications and other documents that have been prepared by consultants and external organisations.
Stakeholder and regulatory networks
Check out the stakeholder groups and regulatory networks we manage or participate in.