Protecting Information Rights – Advancing Information Policy

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We're now a part of the Office of the Information Commissioner. Go to www.oaic.gov.au to find out more.

Site Changes

On 1 November 2010 the Office of the Privacy Commissioner was integrated into the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC). An interim website for the OAIC is available at www.oaic.gov.au. This site (privacy.gov.au), which only contains information related to the OAIC's privacy function, will be maintained until a combined site is established.
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Where can I go for more help?

In Australia:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner: our website has a number of resources you may find useful, including our youth portal, information sheets and frequently asked questions.

Or contact us:

NetAlert: an Australian Government initiative that helps families create a safe online environment.

Bullying. No way!: a website created by Australia’s schools community to address bullying.

 

Outside Australia:

NetSafe (New Zealand): an initiative of New Zealand’s ‘Internet Safety Group’ that provides information and education materials on cyber-safety.

Canadian Office of the Privacy Commissioner: information and a number of resources about social networking sites are available on its website.

Ontario Office of the Privacy Commissioner (Canada): a number of resources about social networking sites are available on its website, including:

UK Information Commissioner’s Office: includes a site for young people that gives information about social networking sites and how to protect your privacy online.

OnGuard Online (USA): provides practical tips to help protect your personal information online, secure computers and guard against internet fraud. OnGuard Online also has a parents’ guide to social networking.

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