Public Records Act 2005
Summary of changes
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29 November 2025
- The Chief Archivist's inspection powers have been broadened to include viewing systems and processes for creating, maintaining, and storing records
- The Chief Archivist's annual report on recordkeeping must now include reports on action plans and performance notices issued to public offices
- The interval for conducting further audits of public offices is now directed by the Chief Archivist, who may also engage other auditors
Affected provisions
- 29: Inspection powersThe Chief Archivist's inspection powers have been broadened to include viewing systems and processes for creating, maintaining, and storing records
- 32: Annual report on recordkeepingThe Chief Archivist's annual report on recordkeeping must now include reports on action plans and performance notices issued to public offices
- 33: Independent audits of public officesThe interval for conducting further audits of public offices is now directed by the Chief Archivist, who may also engage other auditors