Open Government, Victoria State Government
APIFree open data API for Victoria State Government public datasets
Overview
The Open Government API from Victoria State Government provides RESTful access to thousands of official datasets spanning transport, health, environment, education, and public safety domains. It supports filtering, sorting, and pagination to retrieve targeted data subsets. Response formats include JSON, CSV, and XML for compatibility with various applications. Use cases include building civic tech apps (e.g., real-time traffic monitoring), conducting policy research (healthcare service distribution), or creating public transparency visualizations for citizens and organizations.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://www.data.vic.gov.au/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful endpoints
- Multiple formats (JSON/CSV/XML)
- No API key required (most datasets)
- Filtering & pagination support
- Wide domain coverage
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the Open Government, Victoria State Government API free to use?
Yes, all datasets accessible via the API are free for public use under open data licenses like Creative Commons Attribution.
? Does it require an API Key?
Most datasets do not require an API key, though a small number may have restrictions based on their specific licensing terms.
? What is the response format?
Responses vary by dataset but commonly include JSON, CSV, and XML to accommodate different application needs.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free public access
- ⊕ Diverse dataset categories
- ⊕ Open licensing for reuse
- ⊕ Regular dataset updates
- ⊕ Supports civic innovation
Cons
- ⊖ Variable documentation quality
- ⊖ Rate limits for bulk requests
- ⊖ Some datasets lack API access (only downloads)
- ⊖ Delayed updates for certain datasets