This report reviews Australia's freedom of information laws and the extent to which they provide an effective framework for access to government information. Summary of findings The Review finds that the reforms have been operating as intended and have been generally well-received. Many concerns in...

This report recommend reforms to promote the sustainability of Australia's economic development, reduce and simplify the regulatory burden, ensure the most efficient and effective achievement of desired environmental outcomes, and are based on an effective federal arrangement. Tom Arup discusses the report in the National...