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Australian Government Faces Scrutiny Over FOI Requests
A scathing report has found that the Australian government’s Department of Albanese is among those blocking 80% of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, with response times often exceeding mandated deadlines.
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The Guardian
Greens MLC Abigail Boyd – who chaired inquiry – says system ‘failing too many children, families and educators’Systemic weaknesses in New South Wales’ childcare sector have allowed predators to work in the industry and abuse children, a scathing inquiry has found.In its final report
2026-05-20 07:27 UTC
The Guardian
Report finds culture of ‘resistance and delay’ in the Australian parliament with more than 60% of requests having longer response times than mandated 30-day deadline<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/may/20/federal-budget-tim-wilson-reply-national-press-c
2026-05-20 07:29 UTC