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flag ACT FOI requests to stay free, review says, opposing proposed fees that could undermine transparency.

flag An independent review finds ACT freedom of information requests should remain free, opposing proposed $30–60 fees by the Commonwealth Attorney-General to deter excessive applications. flag The Proximity-led review warns fees could let agencies unjustly block access, undermining transparency, and instead recommends clearer rules to identify frivolous requests, simplified public interest tests, and stronger leadership to promote disclosure. flag While some federal departments charge processing fees after an initial free period, these can be appealed. flag The ACT’s current system allows refusal of vexatious requests, but agencies say the threshold is too high. flag The review stresses free access is essential for democracy. flag A separate analysis shows the Albanese government has been the most secretive in decades, with fewer full FOI disclosures. flag Proposed reforms face Senate opposition from the Coalition and Greens, halting progress.

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