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Help create a safer digital world
January 5, 2024 - 7:54am
OIC is getting on board to support Safer Internet Day again in 2024, which will be celebrated on 6 February across Australia and the world.
Take control of your data this Data Privacy Week
January 5, 2024 - 7:54am
OIC is supporting Data Privacy Week which runs from 21-27 January 2024. The week-long event is a reminder to everyone about the importance of protecting personal data and who it is shared with.
The 60th APPA Forum hosted by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, Sydney, Australia
December 5, 2023 - 10:06am
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) hosted the 60th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) forum from 30 November to 1 December 2023.
Information Commissioner welcomes new laws
December 4, 2023 - 12:49pm
The Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) welcomes the passing of the Information Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 (IPOLA Bill). The Bill was passed by Parliament on Wednesday, 29 November 2023, following extensive consultation.
Follow-up audit report – Sunshine Coast Regional Council
November 28, 2023 - 11:29am
Government agencies have a lot of information under their control. They should give access to this information unless there is a good reason not to. This ‘push’ model approach supports openness, transparency and accountability.
