Right to information
Right to Information is the Queensland Government's approach to giving the community greater access to information. We are committed to provide access to information held by the government, unless on balance it is contrary to the public interest to provide that information.
The Right to Information Act 2009 came into effect on 1 July 2009, replacing the Freedom of Information Act 1992.
Right to Information reforms aim to make more information available, provide equal access to information across all sectors of the community, and provide appropriate protection for individuals' privacy.
Searching for information
Before submitting a right to information application, you should check to see if the information is already available elsewhere. The disclosure log publishes information that has been released in response to other Right to Information requests, while our publication scheme describes and categorises information we routinely make available.
Some of our information may be released administratively by business units. You can access this information without having to lodge a formal application.
Please contact the relevant business unit directly for any information which may be released administratively.
If you are unable to find the information you are searching for, please contact Information Access and Amendment.
Requesting information
You can request information by applying online.
Alternatively, you can download the Right to information access application form and submit it by mail or email to Information Access and Amendment.
Amending personal information held by government
You can apply to have any of your personal information held by the Queensland Government amended if you believe it is:
- inaccurate
- incomplete
- out of date
- misleading.
If you wish to amend the information, you must first complete the Right to information personal information amendment application form and submit it to Information Access and Amendment.
Contact Information Access and Amendment
The Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety currently manage Information Access and Amendment services for the Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support and can be contacted via:
RTI, Privacy, Records Management and Redress
Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
Locked Bag 3405
Brisbane Qld 4001
Freecall: 1800 809 078
Phone: (07) 3097 5605
Email: rti@families.qld.gov.au
Website: www.families.qld.gov.au