Freedom of Information
Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation ensures public accountability at all levels of government in Australia.
The Freedom of Information Act provides members of the public with a general right of access to documents held by Council. Some documents may be exempt from access and these are stipulated in the Act.
How do I make a request?
An application under the Freedom of Information Act can be made using the Freedom of Information Request Form and returning it to:
Post: Freedom of Information Officer, Frankston City Council, PO Box 490, Frankston 3199
Email: info@frankston.vic.gov.au
In person:
- Frankston Civic Centre, 30 Davey Street, Frankston
- Seaford Customer Community Centre, 1/6 Broughton Street, Seaford
- Langwarrin Customer Service Centre, Shop 6, Gateway Shopping Centre, 230 Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin
Note: The request needs to be in writing providing sufficient information to enable the documents to be identified, and where possible, include the approximate date range of the documents requested. The application fee must also accompany the form. Payment may be made:
- In person by cash, credit card or EFTPOS at one of Council's offices at Frankston, Langwarrin or Seaford
- Via post by a cheque made payable to Frankston City Council
- Over the telephone by credit card; call 1300 322 322.
Further information about the Freedom of Information process and fees and charges can be found on the Freedom of Information Request Form.
More assistance on how to make a FOI request
Contact Council’s FOI Officer on 1300 322 322 if you require further information or assistance with your request. The FOI Officer will also be able to advise whether particular documents or information are available without the need for a formal Freedom of Information request.
Visit the website for the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner to find out more information on how to make a Freedom Of Information request.
Tips for making your FOI request from OVIC on Vimeo.
Documents and information held by Council
Information summarising the functions and activities of Council and the documents in the possession of Council can be found in Council’s Freedom of Information Part II Statement(PDF, 885KB).