Data sharing

This site provides data governance information about sharing and accessing data that requires formal approval. Data that does not require approval to access is called Open Data.

Introducing an improved approach to sharing NSW Health Unit Record Data that contains health information

• Enhancing safe data sharing: NSW Health is introducing changes that increases the use of Secure Access Environments (SAEs) for sharing specific data outside of NSW Health domain.
• Adapting to a changing landscape: In Australia, cyber and privacy risks are on the rise, particularly in the context of health data. In response, NSW Health is adopting SAEs as an additional safeguard for sensitive information and patient privacy, while enabling analytics, innovation, and collaboration.
• Embracing collaboration: We invite all platforms to provide supporting documentation demonstrating adherence to the NSW Health minimum requirements for Secure Access Environments.