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Recent reforms to the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Cth) have established the Information Publication Scheme (IPS), promoting a pro-disclosure culture across Australian Government agencies.
We recognise that public sector information should be treated as a national resource. In support of this principle, this page assists you to better understand how we make decisions and administer programs.
Agency plan
Who we are
What we do
- The functions and powers of the Library are set out in sections 6 and 7 of the National Library Act 1960.
- Our collections
- Facts and figures
Our reports and responses to parliament
Our finances
Operational information
Routinely requested information and disclosure log
- Freedom of Information - apply for documents under the FOI Act.
- Freedom of Information disclosure log
Contact us
Please contact us about anything related to the Information Publication Scheme.
FOI Coordinator
National Library of Australia
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Tel: +61 2 6262 1798
Email: foi@nla.gov.au