Digital Archive Strategy

123 The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (25 October 2018). Can the Attorney-General advise:

1. What is the Digital Archive Strategy (DAS)?

2. What resources are being allocated to develop DAS?

3. Has development commenced on DAS?

4. When is the strategy due to be launched?

5. What consultation has occurred to implement DAS?

6. Is legislation required to implement DAS?

7. What are the implementation costs of DAS?

The Hon. R.I. LUCAS (Treasurer): The Attorney-General has provided the following advice:

State Records is investigating how the digital records of government can be captured, preserved and made accessible over the long term, this includes consideration of a digital archive.

A business case is currently being developed by State Records, which will take into consideration experiences from other jurisdictions, including Victoria, the commonwealth and New Zealand. State Records has commenced consultation with key partner agencies and will consult more widely as part of developing the business case. The business case will determine options and associated costs. No legislative change is required to implement a digital archive.