Office of the Australian Information Commissioner

Service Description

An independent statutory agency within the Australian Information Commission. The responsibilities are Privacy as under the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information and overseeing the Freedom of Information Act and review of decisions under the Act, Government Information Policy as under the Australian Information Commissioner Act. It includes conducting investigations, reviewing decisions, handling complaints, monitoring agency administration and providing advice to the public, businesses and government agencies.

Alternate Names: OAIC

Hours of Operation

Mon to Thurs 10:00am-4:00pm

Accessibility

Referral System

Not required

Service Fees

None

Languages (other than English)

Call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 then ask for 1300 363 992

Disability Access

Yes

Organisational Information

Area Served

National

Parent Organisation

Australian Government

Postal Address

GPO 5288

Sydney

NSW

2001

Other Information

Volunteering Opportunities

No

Last Updated: 18 December 2023