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Freedom of information

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) to documents we hold.

How to apply for access to documents

Online form

You can make a Freedom of Information (FOI) request by completing the FOI application form. Once completed and submitted, CASA’s Freedom of Information Officer will contact you via the email address you provide in the form.

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You can also make an FOI request by writing to us:

Freedom of Information Officer
Advisory and Drafting Branch
Legal Affairs and Regulatory Affairs Division
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
GPO Box 2005
Canberra ACT 2601

You will need to:

  • state that documents are being sought for the purposes of the Freedom of information Act.
  • give us an address where we can send correspondence. A telephone number is helpful in case we need to contact you about providing more information.
  • be specific about the information being sought. Include any reference numbers, date range or document titles that may assist in identifying specific material.

What are your rights?

You have the right of a review of FOI decisions made by us. The following options are available:

Internal review

An application for an internal review should be made within 30 days of receiving the decision. An independent review will take place and a decision made within 30 days.

External review by the Australian Information Commissioner

You can apply to the Australian Information Commissioner for a review. You must apply in writing and you can lodge your application in one of the following ways:

Fees and charges

It doesn’t cost anything to lodge an FOI request.

You may still be charged for the time spent searching for and retrieving relevant documents, decision making time, photocopying and other costs. If your request incurs any charges, you’ll be notified as soon as possible and given an estimate of the charges. We won’t process your request until you tell us to proceed.

You can pay for any processing charges by credit card or cheque.

Information publication scheme

The information publication scheme requires agencies to publish a broad range of information on their websites about their functions and how they go about them.

Further information

If you need further information or have any questions about accessing documents under the FOI Act, please contact the FOI Coordinator:

Freedom of Information Coordinator
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
GPO Box 2005
Canberra ACT 2601

Tel: (02) 6217 1281
Fax: (02) 6217 1607
Email: freedomofinformation@casa.gov.au