The Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA) provides the public with a right to access documents held by the Shire of Ravensthorpe, subject to certain limitations.
Making a Freedom of Information application
An application for access to documents under the Freedom of Information Act must:
- be made in writing
- give enough information to identify the documents requested
- be accompanied by the prescribed application fee (where applicable)
Freedom of Information application form.
Information Statement
The Shire’s Information Statement provides details about the structure and functions of the Shire and the documents held by the Shire that are available to the public.
Shire of Ravensthorpe Information Statement.
Fees and charges
An application fee may apply in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1992 (WA).
Additional charges may apply for dealing with an application.
Details of applicable fees and charges are set out in the Act.
Access to documents outside FOI
Before submitting an FOI application, please contact the Shire to check whether the information is available without a formal application.
If the information you are seeking is available outside the FOI process, staff will advise you of alternative access options.