Accessing UNSW Information

Looking for Information? If you're seeking information from the University, you might want to consider using Freedom of Information (FOI).

What is Freedom of Information?

• Obtain access to information held as records by State Government agencies, (including Universities) Government Ministers, local government and other public bodies;
• Request amendments to records of a personal nature that are inaccurate; and
• Appeal against a decision not to grant access to information or to amend personal records.

How do I request information?

Every day the University responds to requests for information from the public. This process is still your first avenue of access to the information you wish to see.

To make an FOI request, however, take the following steps:

• Identify the information or document that you would like to see;
• Write your request on an FOI application form or in a letter and post or deliver it to the University FOI Officer;
• Provide as much information as possible about the document you wish to see, such as file reference numbers; date written, author, subject and so on.
• Enclose the $30 fee for your application.
  

Who can help me with more Information or if I have any problems understanding Freedom of Information?

The FOI Officer
UNSW
Sydney NSW 2052
Phone: (02) 9385 2860
Email: foi@unsw.edu.au

RELATED LINKS

Guidelines for Using FOI at UNSW
Review and Appeals
UNSW Summary of Affairs
UNSW Statement of Affairs

The NSW Premier's Office FOI Website
The Freedom of Information Act 1989
The FOI Regulations and Schedules list agencies and related responsible principal officers and Ministers. As a statutory authority the University is deemed to be an "agency" under the Act.