Access to information
The public has a right to access government information, unless there is an overriding public interest against its release. This is an enforceable right, detailed in the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act).
Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009
The GIPA Act establishes a proactive, open approach to gaining access to government information in NSW.
The GIPA Act:
- authorises and encourages the proactive release of information
- gives members of the public a legally enforceable right to access government information
- ensures that access to government information is restricted only when there is an overriding public interest against releasing that information
Museums of History NSW facilitates access to information under the GIPA Act in the following ways:
Application fees and processing charges
The application fee for making an access application is $30. Processing charges can also be imposed at the rate of $30 per hour. In some circumstances an advance fee may be required. A governance representative will let you know in writing if that applies to your application.
Certain discounts may apply, including on financial hardship and public interest grounds. For more details see the Information and Privacy Commission website.
Submission instructions
You may submit a formal GIPA application by downloading and completing this form:
And by sending it via email to governance@mhnsw.au or by post to:
Governance Team
Museums of History NSW
The Mint
10 Macquarie Street
SYDNEY, NSW, 2000
Assistance with access to information
If you have any questions regarding access to MHNSW information or if you require advice and assistance, please contact Governance.
External resources
For more information and resources around the GIPA Act please contact the Information and Privacy Commission NSW (IPC):
Email: ipcinfo@ipc.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 1800 472 679