Right to Information
What is Right to Information?
On 1 July 2009, new legislation was introduced to provide Queensland communities with greater access to information held by the Government.
- Right to Information Act 2009 (PDF 1.03MB) (which replaced the Freedom of Information Act 1992)
- Information Privacy Act 2009 (PDF 1MB) (Queensland's first dedicated privacy law).
SkillsTech Australia is committed to release information administratively wherever possible so that accessing information under the Right to Information Act 2009 is the last resort. The Right to Information Act aims to give greater access to information in the government's possession or under the government's control unless, on balance, it is contrary to the public interest to give the access.
How to access information?
SkillsTech Australia provides the following options to access non-personal information:
- DET's publication scheme
- DET's disclosure log
- STA's Publication Scheme - coming soon
If you are unable to find the information, please contact SkillsTech Australia to discuss if the information is accessible through administrative release, or if you will need to make an RTI request via the department. It is important to note, that fees accompany any RTI application. Please contact:
RTI Officer
SkillsTech Australia
Locked Mail Bag 2020, Archerfield 4110
Telephone: (07) 3244 0201
Facsimile: (07) 3711 2466
Email: rti.sta@det.qld.gov.au
The Information Privacy Act 2009 (IP Act) allows the public to access and amend their personal information. Members of the public can apply to access and amend their own personal information. If you wish to access information held by SkillsTech Australia containing your personal information, or amend your personal information, we recommend you apply under the Information Privacy Act. There are no fees payable if you apply under the IP Act for your personal information. Current students are already able to change their personal details and do not need to submit an Information Privacy application. Please send your request to:
RTI Officer
SkillsTech Australia
Locked Mail Bag 2020, Archerfield 4110
Telephone: (07) 3244 0201
Facsimile: (07) 3711 2466
Email: rti.sta@det.qld.gov.au
Applications made on behalf of person under the age of 18 years
Section 25 of the RTI Act and section 45 of the IP Act provides that a parent or guardian of a child may make an application on behalf of the child for access to documents. In making an application pursuant under the RTI or IP Act the parent or guardian must:
- specify in writing that the application is made on behalf of the child;
- state his/her name and the names of the child or children concerned; and
- provide documents proving his or her identity and evidence of their relationship to the child or children concerned.
Other applications
If you are seeking information regarding student details, or student records, but are not that student you must obtain the student's authority before SkillsTech Australia can provide this information.
Further Information
The Queensland Government Right to Information website provides additional information on the policy and greater detail about the new legislation.