Accessing Commonwealth Government Information

This factsheet provides information on accessing Commonwealth Government information under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth).

Outlines the role of the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC);
Provides information on how to access Government information under the FOI Act;
Outlines how to seek a review of a decision to refuse access to information.

Visit: OAIC website for further information

Visit: EDO website to access factsheets relating to accessing State government information in each state.

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