Tag: freedom of information commissioner

‘Extreme concern’ about FoI, privacy complaint backlog

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner is facing a backlog in processing privacy and freedom of information complaints amid concerns the office is underfunded. Responding to a question...

Govt hunts for FOI Commissioner

Posted on   |  by Denham Sadler
The search is on for a Freedom of Information Commissioner after the federal government provided $1 million in funding to establish the position, as the nation’s privacy office battles...

Standalone FOI Commissioner to be appointed

Posted on   |  by Denham Sadler
A standalone Freedom of Information Commissioner will be appointed to work alongside the Privacy Commissioner, with the government to finally meet its legislative requirements in separating the positions. Angelene...