Freedom of Information Act 1982

Senate estimates opening statement May 2023

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ICO statement, following Telegraph reporting of WhatsApp messages sent by Matt Hancock during the COVID-19 pandemic

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ICO statement on its data protection and freedom of information remit, following Telegraph reporting of WhatsApp messages sent by Matt Hancock during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • ICO statement on its data protection and freedom of information remit, following Telegraph reporting of WhatsApp messages sent by Matt Hancock during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • An ICO spokesperson said:
    “Data protection law ensures people’s personal information is used properly and fairly, including ensuring personal details are not disclosed inappropriately.
  • “But today’s coverage does again raise questions about the risks that the use of WhatsApp and other private channels bring, particularly around transparency.
  • Last year, the ICO called for a review into the use of private messaging apps within government, and we would reiterate that call today.

Acting Australian Information Commissioner appointed

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Acting Australian Information Commissioner appointed

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  • Acting Australian Information Commissioner appointed
    15 July 2015
    On 31 July 2015, Professor John McMillan AO, will formally resign as Australian Information Commissioner to take up his new role as Acting NSW Ombudsman.
  • Professor McMillan will be taking leave from 20 July and Timothy Pilgrim will be acting Australian Information Commissioner from this time.
  • Mr Pilgrim will carry out the functions and exercise the Commissioner powers under the Privacy Act 1988, Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010.
  • The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner wishes Professor McMillan well in his new role.

OAIC farewells Australia’s first Information Commissioner

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OAIC farewells Australias first Information Commissioner

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  • OAIC farewells Australias first Information Commissioner
    The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) expresses its gratitude to Professor John McMillan AO for his leadership over the last five years.
  • Professor McMillan formally resigned as Australian Information Commissioner today, to take up his new role as Acting NSW Ombudsman.
  • Professor McMillan brought a wealth of experience to his role as the inaugural Australian Information Commissioner.
  • During his time as the Australian Information Commissioner, John has upheld and promoted the idea of government information as a national resource, recognising its importance in aiding better policy and decision-making.

Acting Australian Information Commissioner’s term extended

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Acting Australian Information Commissioners term extended

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  • Acting Australian Information Commissioners term extended
    16 October 2015
    The Attorney-General, Senator the Hon George Brandis QC has re-appointed Timothy Pilgrim PSM as acting Australian Information Commissioner from 19 October 2015 to 19 January 2016.
  • Mr Pilgrim will carry out functions and exercise relevant Commissioner powers under the Privacy Act 1988, Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010.

Acting Australian Information Commissioner reappointed

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Acting Australian Information Commissioner reappointed

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  • Acting Australian Information Commissioner reappointed
    19 January 2016
    The Attorney-General, Senator the Hon George Brandis QC, has reappointed Timothy Pilgrim PSM as Acting Australian Information Commissioner from 19 January 2016 to 19 April 2016.
  • Mr Pilgrim will carry out functions and exercise relevant Commissioner powers under the Privacy Act 1988, Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010.

Opening statement by Timothy Pilgrim, Acting Australian Information Commissioner, to Senate Estimates

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OAIC establishes national privacy consumer forum

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OAIC establishes national privacy consumer forum

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  • OAIC establishes national privacy consumer forum
    The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has today announced the establishment of a Consumer Privacy Network and is calling for organisations that represent consumer interests to join.
  • The Consumer Privacy Network will assist the OAIC to further understand and respond to current privacy issues affecting consumers.
  • The establishment of the Consumer Privacy Network reinforces our commitment to engaging and consulting with consumer communities to best inform our program of work.
  • I encourage all interested parties to express their interest in joining the Consumer Privacy Network, said Mr Pilgrim.

A/g Australian Information Commissioner reappointed

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A/g Australian Information Commissioner reappointed

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  • A/g Australian Information Commissioner reappointed
    18 April 2016
    The Attorney-General, Senator the Hon George Brandis QC, has reappointed Timothy Pilgrim PSM as Acting Australian Information Commissioner from 19 April 2016 to 19 July 2016.
  • Mr Pilgrim will carry out functions and exercise relevant Commissioner powers under the Privacy Act 1988, Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Australian Information Commissioner Act 2010.

Improving privacy in Australia’s general practices a joint effort

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= Improving privacy in Australias general practices a joint effort =

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  • = Improving privacy in Australias general practices a joint effort =
    Acting Australian Information Commissioner, Timothy Pilgrim, has today welcomed a series of actions by Australias peak medical groups to improve privacy practices at Australias GP clinics.
  • A recent assessment of GP practices by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) suggests that many practices could use more practical support to improve or establish privacy policies, said the Commissioner.
  • The OAIC appreciates that many GP practices are small to medium sized businesses and so practical, industry-relevant support is an effective way to improve privacy outcomes for practices and patients.
  • The OAIC regulates Australias
    Privacy Act 1988 and last year conducted an assessment of the privacy policies of 40 GP practices from across Australia.
  • The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners President, Dr Frank R Jones, said the report was a timely reminder for general practices to review their privacy policies.
  • The report focused on assessing the privacy policies of 40 General Practice Clinics against Australian Privacy Principle (APP) 1 under the
    Privacy Act 1988.
  • The
    General Practice Clinics APP 1 Privacy Policy assessment report was conducted under Section 33C of the Privacy Act 1988.