Freedom of Information
What can I request under FOI?
The Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) (‘FOI Act’) gives you the legal right to access documents in the possession of this agency.
- Documents can include files, reports, computer print outs, tapes or disks, maps, plans, photographs, microfiche, tape recording, films or videotapes
Legislation
Freedom of Information Act 1982 on the ComLaw website [pdf]
Directorate of Freedom of Information
Role
The Directorate of Freedom of Information provides services and support to the Department of Defence to enable it to meet its responsibilities under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).
For the purposes of the FOI Act, the Department of Defence includes the Australian Defence Force and the Army, Navy and Air Force cadets.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the FOI Directorate include:
- Receiving and coordinating departmental action, Australia-wide, on requests made to the Department of Defence under the FOI Act.
- Providing advice to departmental decision-makers regarding the performance of their functions under the FOI Act, and facilitating compliance with the obligations of the Department under the Act.
- Providing advice to FOI applicants about their rights and obligations under the Act.
Address
Freedom of Information Directorate
Department of Defence
CP2-3-054
CAMPBELL PARK ACT 2600
Tel: +61 2 6266 2200
Fax: +61 2 6266 2112
email: FOI.Inquiries@defence.gov.au