Freedom of Information Policy
Overview:
The University of Adelaide is a body established for a public purpose and an "agency" under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 ("the FOI Act"). Members of the public have a right of access to documents created and/or held by the University. This Policy aims to ensure compliance with the University's obligations under the FOI Act and promote a consistent approach to the handling of applications under that scheme.
Note
The University's Information Statement as required by Section 9 of the FOI Act is located at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/587/
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Related Procedures, Forms
Title Version Freedom of Information Policy D2023/30315 -
Administration, Approval and Review
RMO File No. 2006/4451 Policy custodian Chief Operating Officer Responsible policy officer General Counsel and Executive Director, Legal Services Endorsed by Vice-Chancellors Executive on 1 February 2023 Approved by Vice-Chancellor and President on 14 February 2023 Related Policies Privacy Policy
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/62/Information Management Policy
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/606/Related legislation Freedom of Information Act 1991
http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/sa/consol_act/foia1991222/Freedom of Information (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2018
Superceded Policies Freedom of Information Policy - 28 November 2009 Effective from 14 February 2023 Review Date 13 February 2026 Contact for queries about the policy Contact the FOI Officer on 8313 5804 or email foi@adelaide.edu.au
Please refer to the Policy Directory for the latest version.
To link to this policy:
Please use the following URL instead of linking to individual documents:
https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3/
https://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/3/