The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is a separate Australian Government entity established under the Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010, responsible for protecting and promoting privacy and information access rights.
The functions of the OAIC are:
• ensuring the proper handling of personal information in accordance with the
Privacy Act 1988 and other legislation;
• securing the public’s right to access information and promoting open government
under the Freedom of Information Act 1982; and
• performing strategic functions relating to information management policy and
practice in the Australian Government.
Further information
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Type of Body
R. Management Board
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
3
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
X. Internal Management
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commissioner | Ms. Alice Linacre PSM | 29 September 2025 | 28 September 2030 |
| Commissioner | Ms Carly Kind | 26 February 2024 | 25 February 2029 |
| Commissioner | Ms Elizabeth Tydd | 16 August 2024 | 15 August 2029 |
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