Last updated: 16 Apr 2024
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| Edition | Summary of contents |
|---|---|
| 15 April 2024 | A message from FOI Commissioner Elizabeth Tydd, a reminder that quarterly FOI stats are due by 21 April, and information on upcoming FOI workshops. Links to recent investigation outcomes and IC review decisions are also included, together with information on revisions to FOI guidelines. |
| 15 March 2024 | A message from FOI Commissioner Elizabeth Tydd, an update on FOI investigations, information on IC review focus areas, and guidance on extensions of time, among other updates. |
| 15 February 2024 | A final message from our Acting FOI Commissioner Toni Pirani; an update on the IPS Review; a change to information requests relating to practical refusals; an update on extension of time applications; and an FOI Act quiz to test your knowledge with, among a range of other news and updates. |
| 5 December 2023 | A message from our Acting FOI Commissioner Toni Pirani, including an introduction to the new Commissioner, Elizabeth Tydd, who commences in February; extensions of time applications over the holiday period; a reminder that FOI Statistics quarterly returns are due on 21 January; and insights into FOI in our IAID2023 videos. |
| 22 September 2023 | Information about the 2023 International Access to Information Day campaign, a reminder about the commencement of the 2023 Information Publication Scheme (IPS) Review, and an update on both freedom of information investigation outcomes and consultations. |
| 14 September 2023 | Highlights the 2023 International Access to Information Day campaign, and provides details about the 2023 Information Publication Scheme (IPS) Review. |
| 21 June 2023 | Acting Freedom of Information Commissioner Toni Pirani shares a message, we share a link to our survey on future events, and provide a quick reference to upcoming freedom of information related events. There is an agency spotlight article outlining information access at the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, updated Information Commissioner (IC) review procedure directions, and a list of recent IC reviews. We also share an update on freedom of information statistics requirements by agencies, share information about the 5-yearly review of the Information Publication Scheme, and more. |
