A public interest disclosure is a report made by an individual about serious or significant improper conduct in the Tasmanian public sector. It is also known as blowing the whistle.
What is a public interest disclosure?
Find out what a public interest disclosure is and the legislation behind it.
Blowing the whistle in Tasmania
Find out how to make a disclosure under the Public Interest Disclosures Act 2002 (Tas).
Reprisal for blowing the whistle in Tasmania
The Act protects people who make disclosures from negative action.
Receiving, assessing and investigating a disclosure
Public bodies need to properly assess serious complaints from staff and contractors to determine if the Act applies.
Guidelines and standards
The Ombudsman publishes guidelines and standards to help with interpreting and applying the Act.
Public interest disclosure material
You will find public interest disclosure resources and materials on our publications page.
Who to contact for more information
If you want more information about making a disclosure under the Act, you can contact us or the Integrity Commission.
Ombudsman Tasmania
- Phone: 1800 001 170
- Email: ombudsman@ombudsman.tas.gov.au
Integrity Commission
- Phone: 1300 720 289
- Email: contact@integrity.tas.gov.au
- Website: www.integrity.tas.gov.au