The ALRC's privacy inquiry This overview Our current privacy laws A new legal framework for privacy protection in Australia What types of information should be covered by the Privacy Act? Whose personal information should be protected? How should personal information be handled? Exemptions from the Privacy Act Health Children and young people Adults with temporary or permanent incapacity Other people requiring assistance Developing technology Identifiers Telecommunications Information sent overseas Residential tenancy databases Credit reporting Identity theft Research Powers of the Office of the Privacy Commissioner Data breach notification Investigation and resolution of complaints Taking action for invasion of privacy Have your say More information