COVID and personal privacy

Published 30th March, 2020

Privacy Commissioners and Ombudsmen around the country appreciate that individuals, organisations and government are facing significant challenges to stop the spread of COVID-19. The use of personal information is part of addressing this public health crisis.  They have convened a National COVID-19 Privacy Team to respond to proposals with national implications.  Their joint statement and links to useful guides can be found at:  https://www.oaic.gov.au/updates/news-and-media/covid-19-response-from-australian-privacy-regulators/