What does an FOI application cost?

Application fee

Initial fee to lodge an application - $44.70.

Additional processing fees

There may be additional fees following the application in accordance with the South Australian Freedom of Information Fees and Charges Regulations.

The more specific you can make your application, the less likely Council will need to charge for access. To help narrow the scope of your application, consider specific date ranges, names and details.

Fees are calculated based on volume of documents requested, time spent accessing the documents and the costs of providing documents. This includes cost of printing, transcribing and storage devices.

  • Additional time on application per 15 minutes - $16.90
  • Photocopying documents per page - $0.30
  • Written transcript of words recorded or contained in the document per page - $10
  • Access to be given in the form of a copy of a photograph, x-ray, video tape, computer tape or computer disk – price on application
  • Internal review - $44.70

Are there any concessions?

If you experiencing financial hardship, as a concession card holder, your fees will be waived with proof required at the time of application.

If you aren't a concession card holder but face financial hardship due to the fees, they may be waived, reduced, or deferred. A Council Freedom of Information Officer can help reduce the scope or arrange a payment plan before seeking a waiver.