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Discussion paper published on Proactive and informal release of information in the Victorian public sector
The Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC) has published a discussion paper on Proactive and informal release of information in the Victorian public sector. By publishing this discussion paper, OVIC is seeking to better understand the practices and experiences…
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OVIC publishes report on the State of Freedom of Information in Victoria
The Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC) has published a report on the State of Freedom of Information in Victoria: Five Years in Review 2014 – 2019. The report provides a five year overview of the administration of the…
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Vale John Cain, former Victorian Premier – architect of and advocate for the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic)
It is with deep sadness the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC) acknowledges the passing of John Cain, the former Premier of Victoria from 1982 to 1990. Mr Cain was instrumental in the passing of the Freedom of Information…
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OVIC 2018-19 annual report now published
OVIC’s 2018-19 annual report was tabled in Victorian Parliament on Thursday 17 October. The annual report highlights key milestones for 2018-19 across freedom of information, privacy and data protection. By addressing new and complex challenges in 2018-19, OVIC had the…
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United Nations General Assembly proclaims 28 September International Day for Universal Access to Information
On 16 October 2019 the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution to proclaim 28 September the International Day for Universal Access to Information. Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah, SR. of Liberia introduced the draft resolution, stating that access to information is…
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FOI Professional Standards tabled in Parliament
On Wednesday 11 September 2019 the Professional Standards (Standards) were published in a special edition of the Government Gazette. The Standards were subsequently tabled in the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council on Thursday 12 September 2019. The Standards will commence…
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Access to information builds trust in government
Op-ed by Sven Bluemmel, Victorian Information Commissioner We often hear that trust in government institutions is in decline. While the situation in Australia is better than in many countries, we are not immune. The harm that can result from this…
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Public Access Agency Reference Group meeting minutes
The Reference Group had its first regular meeting for 2019 in March. View the minutes here.
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Public Access Agency Reference Group meeting minutes
The reference group had its third meeting for 2018 in November. View the minutes here.
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Professional standards
Part IB of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) (FOI Act) gives the Information Commissioner the power to develop professional standards relating to the conduct of agencies and how they administer and apply the FOI Act. The professional standards…
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