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Right to Information

Accessing information held by the QAS

The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) is committed to providing access to information unless it is exempt or not in the public interest under the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act).

The RTI Act:

  • Gives the public access to government-held information
  • Protects an individual’s privacy.

You can apply to:

  • Access government information, or
  • Access or amend your own personal information.

Applicant rights/identity documents

You may:

  • Apply anonymously or use a pseudonym
  • Be asked to verify your identity when requesting personal information.

Is the information you're looking for already available?

Before submitting a request for information, check whether the information you are seeking is already publicly available. You can search:

If you cannot find what you need, contact us and we can help.

Requesting information

In many cases, we can provide information without a formal application. This is called an ‘administrative release’.

We can usually release:

  • Non-sensitive, non-confidential information
  • You own personal information

Before lodging a RTI request, contact us to discuss the type of information you are requesting and whether it can be released administratively, free of charge and quicker.

Applying for access under the RTI Act

If the information is not available or cannot be released administratively, you can submit a formal RTI application.

How to apply

Use of this form is not mandatory, but your application must:

  • Must be in writing
  • Provide enough information to identify documents
  • Provide an address for correspondence
  • Provide evidence of identity (if applying for your personal information)
  • Provide evidence of authority (when making an application on behalf of someone else)

Information about the current fees and charges for applications under the RTI Act is available on the Queensland Government website.

How long it will take to process your application

We will usually respond within 25 business days of receiving a valid application.
This may be extended by up to 10 business days if consultation with third parties is required.

If you are unhappy with a decision

If access is refused in full or in part, you can request a review.

Internal review

You can apply for an internal review of the decision within 20 business days of receiving the decision.

Submit your request in writing:

  • by email: [email protected]
  • By post:
    Right to Information
    Queensland Academy of Sport
    PO Box 956
    SUNNYBANK QLD 4109.

Your internal review application will then be referred to a senior officer to undertake the review.

External review

You can also apply for an independent review through the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC). For guidance on submitting an external review, contact the Office of the Information Commissioner.

How to amend your personal information

You can request amendment to documents containing your personal information if you believe that the relevant information is:

  • Inaccurate
  • Incomplete
  • Out of date
  • Misleading

We recommend you contact us first. Most updates (such as contact details) can be handled quickly without a formal application needed.

If needed, you can apply under the RTI Act. There is no application fee, but you must provide evidence of identity.

How to apply for amendment

Download and submit the printable RTI application form to the below address:

  • by email: [email protected]
  • by post: Right to Information
    Queensland Academy of Sport
    PO Box 956
    SUNNYBANK QLD 4109

Use of this form is not mandatory, but your application must:

  • Must be in writing
  • Provide enough information to identify the relevant documents
  • Specify the information claimed to be inaccurate, incomplete, out of date or misleading
  • State what amendment/s are necessary for the information to be accurate, updated, or not misleading
  • Include your contact details and evidence of identity

Visit the RTI website to find out more about your rights to amend personal information held by QAS.

Contact QAS Right to Information

For further information relating to the disclosure of government information held by the QAS, please contact us:

Right to Information
Queensland Academy of Sport
PO Box 956
SUNNYBANK QLD 4109
Phone: (07) 3708 7800
by email: [email protected]

Contact Office of the Information Commissioner

For more information about the RTI Act and your right to access information or to request a review, contact:

Office of the Information Commissioner
PO Box 10143
Adelaide Street Brisbane
Queensland 4000

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.oic.qld.gov.au
Phone: (07) 3234 7373 or 1800 642 753

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