If you have asked for an application and you are dissatisfied with the decision, you can ask for a review.

If a person is not satisfied by the reviewable decision of an agency, they may apply to the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) to review the decision.

IPC publishes reports about agencies compliance with the GIPA Act

The IPC reports on own motion investigations. These are published as soon as possible following completion, and the relevant Minister is notified.

The IPC publishes external review reports to assist agencies to comply with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act).

The Government Information Public Access Act 2009 (GIPA Act) applies to New South Wales (NSW) public sector agencies.

The IPC oversees laws concerning access to government information.

The information here specifically relates to public sector agencies and their responsibilities under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act).

You have a right to access most government information and an expectation that access to that information is transparent and open and available freely.

How do I find government information? How do I make an access application? How do I access my personal information?