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This blog takes an interest in issues associated with Freedom of Information (FOI) and privacy legislation in Australia. Information contained on this site is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Follow Peter Timmins on Twitter: @foiguru Follow the open government cause through the Australian Open Government Partnership Network. www.opengovernment.org.au and @opengovau

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Peter Timmins: Peter Timmins is an Australian lawyer and consultant who works on FOI and privacy protection issues in Sydney, NSW. He has Arts and Laws (Honours) degrees from the University of Sydney, and has been involved in the FOI field for over 35 years. See In the News and Testimonials, and Career Summary for more details on background and experience.

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"Implied understanding" of confidentiality about Federal-State meetings?

Records on private devices could be subject to FOI-but are they kept?

Vale Judge Kevin O'Connor AM

States and territories have improved integrity measures, but Commonwealth lags far behind

Amid the hubbub, an FOI reform bill introduced from the crossbench goes to committee

Australian Information Commissioner appointed

Plan to appoint Information Commissioner by end of June comes unstuck.

Public service leader to resign..

Public service leader who labelled FOI 'very pernicious' plays a role in selecting new FOI watchdog

Australia's Open Government Partnership plans: possible commitments

Australia's Open Government Partnership plans: preliminary comments