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Right to Information and Privacy
We are committed to providing the community with open and transparent access to information about its services and activities
Overview
The Right to Information Act 2009 provides access to government information unless, on balance, it is contrary to the public interest to provide that information. The Act is complemented by the Information Privacy Act 2009 which establishes a right to access and to amend personal information.
Right to Information
The RTI Act covers documents of a non-personal nature that cannot be accessed from another source, for example Council Webpage.
To make a RTI application
- Submit your application using RTI IP Access application form
- Pay the RTI application fee
- Provide contact details, an address for documentation and notices to be sent to and any relevant proof of identification
- Provide a specific description of the information you require
- Send your completed form to our Chief Executive Officer.
Disclosure Log
The Disclosure Log (PDF - 79 KB) lists details of the requests made and the information provided in response to those requests, but does not include identifying details of the applicants.
Should you have any questions or wish to obtain a copy of the released documents, please contact Council via email info@tsirc.qld.gov.au
Please provide the following information when contacting Council:
- your request for the relevant Disclosure Log documents
- the application number as a reference
- your email or postal address
Information Privacy
The Information Privacy Act sets out the ways in which Council and Queensland government agencies manage your personal information. You can access your personal information and advise us about any changes or amendments to your personal information.
To make an IP application
- Submit your application using RTI IP Access application form (No fees apply)
- Provide proof of your identify within 10 business days of lodging your application
- Send your completed form to our Chief Executive Officer
Application Process
From the date we receive your application, Council has 25 business days to provide you with a decision.
There are some factors that can change this time limit (see section 69 of the Right to Information Act 2009 (QLD)).
If you’re affected by a decision under the RTI Act or the IP Act, you may apply for internal or external review of the decision in certain circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are looking for information about how TSIRC operates, a good starting point is the Publication Scheme which sets out key information and how it can be accessed.
If you’re seeking access to information not limited to your own personal information that’s not available in our publication scheme, disclosure log or by administrative access, you can apply under the Right to Information Act 2009.
Applications can take up to 25 business days.
Applications can take up to 25 business days.
An application fee of $55.75 and processing and access charges may be payable.
Contact Us
All enquiries, please contact us:
Chief Executive Officer, Torres Strait Island Regional Council
Phone: 07 4034 5700
Email: info@tsirc.qld.gov.au
Postal Address: PO Box 7336 Cairns QLD 4870