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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What do I need to know as a PCO?

As a PCO, you need to have a good understanding of the Information Privacy Principles (IPPs) in the Privacy Act. Understanding the IPPs will help you provide internal advice on the application of the Privacy Act to your agency's activities and to assess privacy complaints made by individuals.

There is plenty of guidance material to help you in your role as PCO. Take at look at our How do we comply? page or, for more specific help, check out our Advice for PCOs page.

You should also try to attend PCO network meetings to keep abreast of new developments and helpful documents associated with privacy.