Privacy Act 1988 In force Administered by Attorney-General's Department Department of the Treasury

Dec 31, 2024 · There is no requirement to register with, make filings to, or obtain approvals from the OAIC under the Privacy Act. Notifications are not generally required to be made to the OAIC (other …

Jan 20, 2025 · Organizations are not required to appoint a data protection officer. However, the Information Commissioner has issued guidance recommending that organizations appoint a data …

The Privacy Act 1988 was introduced to promote and protect the privacy of individuals and to regulate how Australian Government agencies and organisations with an annual turnover of more than $3 …

Sep 24, 2025 · Australia's privacy laws have changed. Learn about the new statutory tort, business data rules, ADM, and the upcoming social media ban.

Jul 21, 2025 · This article covers data protection laws in Australia, covering legislation and competent authorities, definitions, territorial and material scope, and more.

The Privacy Act 1988 is an Australian law dealing with privacy. Section 14 of the Act stipulates a number of privacy rights known as the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

Act or practice not covered by section 13 is not an interference with privacy 13G. Civil penalty provision for serious interference with privacy of an individual 13H.

Jul 8, 2025 · Compliance with the Privacy Act revolves around diligently applying the 13 Australian Privacy Principles. Here's a breakdown of some key technical aspects: APP 1 – Open and Transparent …

Jul 30, 2025 · The 2024 amendments to the Privacy Act 1988 represent a significant shift in Australia’s privacy landscape. All businesses must now take privacy compliance seriously, with new rights for …