We recommend installing Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Opera to visit the site.
Welcome to the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner
We are the primary regulator and source of independent advice to the community and Victorian government about how the public sector collects, uses and discloses information.
News
More NewsTraining and Events
See all Training and Events
Culture of Implementing Freedom of Information in Australia Report Launch
OVIC, alongside Monash University, the Office of the Information Commissioner Western Australia and the South Australian Ombudsman, invites you to attend the launch of the Monash University report on the Culture of Implementing Freedom of Information in Australia. This report,...
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) webinar – June
Introduction to Information Privacy and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (PDP Act) looks at interpreting information privacy and the Act, whilst also providing public sector employees with a detailed understanding of each stage of the information lifecycle. Key...
Information Access Series: Annual FOI agency survey – hints and tips for 2023-24 (June session)
Each year, OVIC conducts the annual FOI agency survey which is coordinated by our Registry and Case Support team. This involves collecting data from each Victorian agency and Minister on the administration and operation of the FOI Act, including the...
Information Access Series: Annual FOI agency survey – hints and tips for 2023-24 (July session)
Each year, OVIC conducts the annual FOI agency survey which is coordinated by our Registry and Case Support team. This involves collecting data from each Victorian agency and Minister on the administration and operation of the FOI Act, including the...