Knowing how public sector and local government entities are progressing in implementing audit recommendations gives us, parliament, audit clients, and the wider community important information on the improvement of public service delivery.
Internal controls are the people, systems, and processes that ensure an entity can achieve its objectives, prepare reliable financial reports, and comply with applicable laws.
In some shape or form, a belief in better public services has been a cornerstone for QAO over the past 160 years. In recent times, it’s been an articulated part of our vision. And I’ve been proud to be part of that for the past 40 years.
Our Annual report 2020–21 tabled in parliament yesterday, 30 September 2021. You can read our annual report here.
Auditing the right area at the right time is the key to achieving better public services for Queenslanders.
Knowing how entities are progressing in implementing our recommendations gives us, parliament, our clients, and the wider Queensland community important information.
Over time, the Queensland Audit Office (QAO) has shifted its profile of employees to become a more diverse organisation that recognises the unique experiences many bring to our team.
The Queensland Audit Office (QAO) welcomes information on public sector performance and requests for audits from our clients, parliament, and the wider Queensland public.
COVID-19 has meant that QAO and most of our clients have had to significantly change the way they operate.
At a time when our country is facing a battle of a different kind, and we are finding ourselves in unfamiliar circumstances, it is fitting that we take the time to remember the sacrifices of those who have served and died in war and the very unfam