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Australian Government agencies have responsibilities under the Privacy Act. The Privacy Code helps build a consistent, high standard of personal information management across all Australian Government agencies.

About the Privacy Code Read the Privacy Code
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Resources for government agencies

Privacy Code checklist

How to meet your obligations under the Privacy Code

Privacy Officer Toolkit

What you need to know to carry out the Privacy Officer functions in your agency

Interactive Privacy Management Plan (for agencies)

Our Interactive Privacy Management Plan tool for agencies, and companion guide

Guide to undertaking privacy impact assessments

Our suggested ten step PIA process, intended for all APP entities

Guidance and advice

Help to meet your obligations under the Privacy Act 1988

Training resources

e-learning: Undertaking a privacy impact assessment

Companion course to the Guide to Undertaking Privacy Impact Assessments

Privacy in the Australian Public Service

Induction video for new starters to the Australian Public Service

Privacy for Policy Developers and Project Managers

Induction video for public servants responsible for policy & project management

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