news 2012
The Information and Privacy Commission (IPC) commenced operations on 1 January 2011. As announcements are issued, we will share information on the news page
EOIs for members of the Information and Privacy Advisory Committee (IPAC) now open
16 April 2012
A new committee, the IPAC, is being set up to advise both the Information Commissioner and the Privacy Commissioner on matters relating to the performance of their functions and to advise on matters referred by the Attorney General, as Minister responsible for the NSW access and privacy legislation. The IPAC will also consider areas of overlap and interaction between privacy legislation and open government information.
The Committee will consist of part-time members who will be appointed by the Governor upon nomination by the Minister.
Initial priorities for the IPAC will be to provide advice to the Commissioners on the implications of new technologies, records management, and information governance practices as these relate to access to government information and the protection of privacy.
We are seeking expressions of interest for part-time membership of the Committee from people who have a special knowledge of and extensive experience in matters affecting access to government information or privacy. There are a number of positions for each area of specific interest. The appointment is for a period of up to 3 years.
Enquiries may be directed to Mr Peter Perry, Managing Director Axiom Executive Search & Recruitment on 02 8029 2601, or forward your expressions of interest quoting Reference Number 4121 by email to info@axiomaustralia.com.au or by post to P.O. Box H309 Australia Square 1215.
Expressions of interest will be accepted until close of business on Friday 27 April 2012.
Seminar resources
16 December 2011
The following resources from the GIPA-privacy overlap seminar have been published:
- knowledge update: processing requests for information
- fact sheet: how to access your personal information from government agencies
Commissioner welcomes State Plan commitment to accountability
16 November 2011
Information Commissioner Deirdre O'Donnell has confirmed her support for the NSW 2021 state plan's objective of improving government transparency. Ms O'Donnell has outlined her commitment to the aims of goal 31 to achieve open government for NSW in a special message to agencies and the public… read more
Annual report published
9 November 2011
The IPC's annual report for 2010-2011 has been published.
Commissioner speaking at GovCampNSW
3 November 2011
Information Commissioner Deirdre O'Donnell will be championing open government at this year's GovCampNSW at the Australian Technology Park, Redfern on Saturday, 19 November.
IPC strategic plan 2011 - 2013
30 September 2011
The IPC's new strategic plan for 2011 - 2013 is now available online.
NSW Privacy Commissioner appointed
22 August 2011
Attorney General Greg Smith has announced the appointment of Dr Elizabeth Coombs as Privacy Commissioner.
IPC service charter
21 July 2011
The IPC has released it's service charter, which sets out the services we provide and the standards our clients are entitled to expect from us.
Code of conduct released
21 July 2011
The IPC's Code of Conduct is now available online. The code outlines the required standards of behaviour of all employees of the Information and Privacy Commission.
Privacy Awareness Week
1 - 7 May 2011
The NSW Privacy Commissioner has officially opened Privacy Awareness Week 2011 at a launch in Sydney.
Download the media release (PDF, 85kb)
Website offers streamlined advice on information access and privacy issues
24 February 2011
The IPC's website is designed to help members of the public understand right to information and privacy issues in New South Wales. The website was unveiled today at the official opening of the IPC.
Download the media release (PDF, 181kb)
Information and Privacy Commission launched
10 January 2011
The launch of the Information and Privacy Commission (IPC) this month has strengthened information and privacy rights in New South Wales. The IPC brings together the Office of the Information Commissioner and Privacy New South Wales.
Download the media release (PDF, 177kb)
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