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Skye

My name is Skye and I am Noongar / Yamigi born in Perth. My mum is Yamagi born in Mount Magnet. I was given the name Skye Faith because my mum loved the sky and all it’s seasons. She felt that the sky connected her with hope and faith.

I was 15 when I began to struggle with anxiety and depression. It started when we became homeless. I used to love school. I was never late but homelessness changed all that. I am 19 now.

My artwork for the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist is about the healing powers of nature. Walking and looking at nature helps me find peace. I love taking photos and I hope they help other people find peace.

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Freedom of Information

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The Freedom of Information Act 1992 entitles members of the public to request access to records held by a government agency.

The Office of the Chief Psychiatrist manages its own information and records. Records held by the OCP may include:

  • Policies, standards and guidelines
  • Records related to notifiable incidents
  • Information on treatment reported to the Chief Psychiatrist
  • Architectural documents related to authorisations
  • Training and registration information
  • Personnel records
  • General administrative correspondence

The Office of the Chief Psychiatrist does not hold medical records. To request access to medical records, please contact the relevant hospital or service listed on the Department of Health’s website.

Filing a request with the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist for release of information under the Freedom of Information Act 1992

In order to file a request for records under the Freedom of Information Act 1992, please provide the following:

  • An Australian postal address
  • Proof of identity (e.g. a scan of a current Australian passport, driver’s licence or WA Photo Card)
  • A detailed description of the records being requested

Requests can be submitted via email to reception@ocp.wa.gov.au or via mail to:

Office of the Chief Psychiatrist
PO Box A5
Perth Business Centre WA 6849

If the request includes non-personal information, i.e. information about someone other than the person making the request, a fee may be payable.

Once an application has been processed, the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist will provide a response within 45 calendar days.

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