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The Queensland Audit Office’s forward work plan is readily available on our website, providing transparency around our audit priorities and the reports we intend to table in parliament over the nex
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When agencies use data analytics to inform fraud assessments, they can target their approach and increase their value‑for‑money proposition.
Technological advances now enable departments to use a range of services that combine into wider technology ecosystems.
The Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) is reviewing financial reporting requirements for the public sector.1, 2
Via our performance audit program, we examine the efficiency, effectiveness, economy and legislative compliance of important aspects of public service delivery.
Our performance audit topics are wide-ranging.
The Queensland Government is developing a new waste management and resource recovery strategy.
The changes being made include the introduction of a waste levy, commencing 1 July 2019.
Simplifying financial reporting is an ongoing process of change.
Each year financial reporting teams, audit committees and auditors should work together to identify new areas for improvement and focus.
We sometimes assess how effective entities are in monitoring and managing major projects and programs. For example, we may look at how effective an entity is in monitoring progress, and managing situations when things don’t go to plan.
Can the International Public Sector Accounting Standard IPSAS 41 Financial Instruments help us in Australia?
Each year, the Queensland Audit Office (QAO) measures the timeliness and quality of public sector financial statements.
We report on the results of these measures to parliament.