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This is the last week of our public consultation on the Exposure Draft of the Children's Online Privacy Code, which closes this Friday, 5 June 2026.
Head to our website to learn how to make a submission before it closes: oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-…
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We surveyed over 1,500 Australians about their views on data practices, data breaches, privacy disputes, biometrics, AI and more.
Learn more in our recently published 2026 Australian Community Attitudes to Privacy Survey report.
Read the report: oaic.gov.au/acaps
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There are two weeks left until our public consultation on the Exposure Draft of the Children's Online Privacy Code closes on 5 June 2026.
Head to our website to learn how to make a submission before it closes: oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-…
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Our public consultation on the Exposure Draft of the Children's Online Privacy Code is open until 5 June 2026.
Attend our webinar on 13 May 2026 from 1pm-2pm AEST to learn more.
Register to attend: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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The OAIC is consulting on proposed updates to Part 13 of the FOI Guidelines, supporting agencies to maintain their Information Publication Scheme obligations.
Have your say by 15 May 2026: oaic.gov.au/engage-with-us/c…
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Join us for our Privacy Awareness Week panel event on 6 May.
We’ll explore effective privacy complaint handling, rising community expectations, and the importance of strengthening trust.
Register to attend: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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Calling all teachers and educators: the OAIC has released lesson plans for teachers to run in-class consultations on the draft Children’s Online Privacy Code.
Learn more: oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-…
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Privacy Awareness Week is from 4-10 May 2026. The theme 'Trust is built here: In every privacy complaint, in every resolution', highlights the roles of complaint handling and dispute resolution in demonstrating fairness and accountability. For more info: oaic.gov.au/engage-with-us/e…
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Explore our new Privacy for Kids hub, with resources to help children and adults understand the Exposure Draft of the Children's Online Privacy Code.
Explore the hub: oaic.gov.au/privacyforkids
Learn more in our webinar on 1 April at 1pm-2pm AEDT. Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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Our public consultation on the Exposure Draft of the Children's Online Privacy Code is open from 31 March to 5 June 2026.
Attend our webinar on 1 April 2026 from 1pm-2pm AEDT to learn more about the Code and our consultation.
Register to attend: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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We've launched a new FOI disclosure log hub, providing easy access to the disclosure logs of over 240 Australian Government agencies, including the top 20 recipients of Freedom of Information requests.
Access the disclosure log hub on our website: oaic.gov.au/freedom-of-infor…
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Privacy Awareness Week will held from 4-10 May 2026, with this year's theme: Trust is built here – In every privacy complaint. In every resolution.
Register as a PAW 2026 Supporter: oaic.writemsg.com/em/forms/s…
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The OAIC is running a public consultation on the Children’s Online Privacy from Tuesday 31 March 2026 to Friday 5 June 2026.
Register to attend the public webinar 1 April at 1pm-2pm AEDT: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
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Age assurance helps create safer, age-appropriate online experiences. In our latest blog, we look at how age shapes access to online services, why it matters for safety, and our work to ensure organisations correctly handle personal information. oaic.gov.au/news/blog/safer-…
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Today is Safer Internet Day, an opportunity to focus on creating safer online environments for children.
The Children's Online Privacy Code will ensure online services better protect children's personal information.
Learn about the Code: oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-…
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Today is International Data Privacy Day, a global reminder of the importance of protecting personal information and respecting privacy rights.
Organisations and government agencies must meet their obligations under the Privacy Act 1988.
Learn more: oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-…
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Protecting your privacy doesn’t have to be complicated. With International Data Privacy Day tomorrow, it’s a timely reminder that everyone can take simple steps to protect their personal information.
Learn more: oaic.gov.au/privacy/your-pri…
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Privacy is a fundamental right. Ahead of International Data Privacy Day on 28 January, we’re emphasising that understanding your rights is the first step in protecting your personal information.
Learn more: oaic.gov.au/privacy/your-pri…
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Automated decision-making (ADM) is transforming government services, creating opportunities to boost transparency, integrity and trust.
Our new report outlines principles to strengthen governance and accountability in ADM.
Read our media release: oaic.gov.au/news/media-centr…
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Our first privacy compliance sweep starts today.
We're reviewing whether selected businesses’ privacy policies meet legal transparency requirements for the management of personal information.
Learn more: oaic.gov.au/news/media-centr…
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