Comply with Vic FOI Act 1982 (state)
Victorian agencies + ministers respond to state FOI requests within 30 days.
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Who must comply
Vic state agencies + ministers + local councils.
What triggers it
Receipt of FOI request.
When due
30 days.
Evidence required
Decision + statement of reasons; OVIC engagement.
Max penalty
OVIC review + VCAT review; reputational
Summary
Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) parallel state regime. Decisions within 30 days; OVIC review pathway + VCAT appeals.
Enforced by
Topics
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Related obligations
- CWLTHRespond to FOI requests within 30 days (Cwlth agencies + ministers)FOI Act 1982 — Commonwealth agencies + ministers must respond to access requests within 30 days.
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- VICPCBU primary duty of care (Victoria OHS Act s 21)Victorian employers must so far as reasonably practicable provide and maintain a safe working environment.
- VICMaintain VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyorVIC building practitioners must hold current registration + appropriate insurance.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Vic FOI Act 1982 (state)?
- Vic state agencies + ministers + local councils.
- What triggers Vic FOI Act 1982 (state)?
- Receipt of FOI request.
- When is Vic FOI Act 1982 (state) due?
- 30 days.
- What is the maximum penalty for Vic FOI Act 1982 (state)?
- OVIC review + VCAT review; reputational
- What evidence is required for Vic FOI Act 1982 (state)?
- Decision + statement of reasons; OVIC engagement.
Source: https://ovic.vic.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.