Transparency Score: 51/100
Response Timeline
Initial Response
30 days
Extension
30 days
Calendar days. Extension allowed for consultations.
How to Submit a Request
Accepted Methods
Must be in writing. $30.60 application fee (as of 2024).
Fees
Application fee: $30.60. Access charges: $25/hour (first hour free). Additional fees may apply.
Fee Waivers
- Applicant experiencing financial hardship
Principal Officer may waive or reduce fees.
Exemptions
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Cabinet DocumentsDocuments of Cabinet or Cabinet Committees
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Internal Working DocumentsDocuments disclosing deliberative processes
Public interest test applies to conditional exemptions.
Appeal Process
1
Agency Internal Review
Internal review by agency. No additional fee.
2
Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner
Free, independent review (complaint or review)
3
Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal
VCAT review on merits. Application fee applies.
Can apply directly to VCAT or seek OVIC review first.