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Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009

From 1 July 2010, the new Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act) replaces the Freedom of Information Act 1989 (NSW), bringing about the biggest change to rights to government information in NSW in 20 years.

The GIPA Act creates new rights to information  that are designed to meet the community's expectations of more open and transparent government.  It encourages the routine and proactive release of government information, including information held by providers of goods and services contracted by government agencies.

A range of information is available on Council's website, at Council's offices or by contacting the Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on (02) 6660 0312 or email council@richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au.  The Officer will either advise where the information is located or request that an Informal Access Request form be lodged with Council.  There is no charge for this request, however appropriate photocopying charges of obtained copies of information will apply as per Council's Revenue Policy 2010/2011.

The Officer will discuss the method of supply of the information, including the likely timeframe.  The public will also be offered the opportunity to inspect and obtain copies of the information from Council's Casino Administration Office between the hours of 8.15 am and 4.00 pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).

Depending on the type of information requested, the Right to Information Officer may  inform an applicant that their access to information will require the lodgement of a Formal Access Request with Council.  The applicant will be required to pay an application fee of $30.00 and may be required to pay an additional charge for processing the application at $30.00/hour.

The Publication Guide describes the structure and functions of Council, the various types of information it holds and how people can access that information.

GIPA Disclosure Log

A Disclosure Log is a list of documents released following a decision about an application for access made under the GIPA Act 2009.

Richmond Valley Council formal access application determinations under the GIPA Act 2009 are published as follows:

Reference No: RVC5693
Decision Date: 14/07/2010
Information Requested: A copy of the deed of transfer of Casino Airport (Aerodrome) from Commonwealth of Australia to Casino Municipal Council and/or Richmond River Shire Council dated 1992 approximately.
Access: Access granted in full. The information is not currently on line, however can be accessed by members of the public by contacing Council's Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on 66600300.

Reference No: RVC5826
Decision Date: 08/09/2010
Information Requested: Dangerous Dog application and details of application.
Access: Access granted in full. The information is not currently online, however can be accessed by member of the public by contacting Council's Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on 66600300.

Reference No: RVC5837
Decision Date: 25/11/10
Information Requested: A copy of all documents relating to road works being undertaken on Coraki Woodburn Road, Woodburn on or about 27/02/2007.
Access: Access granted in full. The information is not currently online, however can be accessed by member of the public by contacting Council's Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on 66600300.

Reference No: RVC5834
Decision Date: 14/01/2011
Information Requested: All documentation relating to complaints made about a resident in relation to composting ordour at a private residence.
Access: Access granted in full. The information is not currently online, however can be accessed by member of the public by contacting Council's Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on 66600300.

Reference No: RVC5833
Decision Date: 21/01/2011
Information Requested: Information relating to any proposed developments, including expansions and changes to current operations of Peterson's Quarry and any documentation relating to decisions made by any determinative authority regarding the steps taken to engage with the community, specifically Aboriginal, engagement.
Access: Access granted in full. The information is not currently online, however can be accessed by member of the public by contacting Council's Right to Information Officer, Wayne Halcrow on 66600300.

General information about the GIPA Act is available by calling the Office of the Information Commissioner on freecall 1800 194 210 or at its website: www.oic.nsw.gov.au

 

Download Forms

Formal Access Request Form (PDF)
(approximate file size: 22Kb)

Informal Access Request Form (PDF)
(approximate file size: 22Kb)