Ombudsman's office
This section provides information about the role and functions of the Ombudsman's office.  |
In Australia, there is a Commonwealth Ombudsman as well as State and Territory ombudsman. The current Commonwealth Ombudsman is Professor John McMillan, who was appointed in 2003. | |
We consider and investigate complaints about Australian Government departments and agencies. | |
If you think you have been unfairly treated by an Australian Government agency you can complain to the Ombudsman. | |
We will give careful attention to your complaint about an Australian Government department or agency, and if it raises a matter that we can and should investigate, we will do so as quickly as practicable, acting fairly, independently and impartially. | |
Professor John McMillan was appointed Commonwealth Ombudsman in March 2003, and was reappointed in 2008 for a further five year term. | |
This section provides a summary of the establishment and history of the office. |
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