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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 9 of 2011–12)
Published: Thursday 20 October 2011
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The audit objective was to assess the extent to which DEEWR and FaHCSIA have effectively managed the planning and consultation phases for the IBF program and the IBHP program. The audit scope included consideration of the issues likely to affect the ongoing operation and sustainability of the facilities.
Entity
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations; Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs; Aboriginal Hostels Limited; Northern Territory Department of Education and Training
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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 6 of 2011–12)
Published: Thursday 15 September 2011
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The audit objective was to assess the effectiveness of DEEWR’s administration of FWEIP. The three high level criteria that were used to make this assessment were the appropriateness of DEEWR’s:
- program planning and design;
- selection and engagement of providers; and
- program monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
Entity
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations
Type of content
Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 1 of 2011–12)
Published: Tuesday 12 July 2011
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The objective of the audit is to assess the effectiveness of the ADF’s mechanisms for learning from its military operations and exercises. In particular, the audit focused on the systems and processes the ADF uses for identifying and acting on lessons, and for evaluating performance. The ANAO also examined the manner in which information on lessons is shared within the ADF, with other relevant government agencies, and with international organisations. Reporting to Parliament was also considered.
Entity
Department of Defence
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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 55 of 2010–11)
Published: Thursday 23 June 2011
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The objective of this audit was to assess the effectiveness of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship's (DIAC) administration of the character requirements of the Migration Act.
Entity
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 46 of 2010–11)
Published: Tuesday 31 May 2011
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The objective of the audit was to assess the effectiveness of DIAC’s management of the student visa program. Three key areas were examined in the audit: the processing of student visa applications; ensuring compliance with student visa conditions; and cooperation between DIAC and DEEWR.
Entity
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 44 of 2010–11)
Published: Thursday 26 May 2011
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The objective of the audit was to assess the effectiveness of AusAID’s management of tertiary training assistance.
Entity
Australian Agency for International Development
Type of content
Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 11 of 2010–11)
Published: Thursday 30 September 2010
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The objective of the audit was to assess how well agencies had implemented the CPGs and relevant FMA legislation when undertaking Direct Source procurement.
The audit examined whether selected agencies had developed a sound procurement framework; appropriately classified procurement methods when meeting external reporting requirements; implemented the CPGs and relevant legislation when Direct Sourcing; and established effective procurement monitoring and review arrangements.
The ANAO selected four FMA Act agencies to provide a cross-section of the 104 agencies that reported procurement activity in AusTender in
2008–09. The agencies selected for audit were:
- the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA);
- the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research (Innovation);
- the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA); and
- the Australian Crime Commission (ACC).
The ANAO examined a stratified random sample of 645 procurements valued at $10 000 and over, across the four agencies. More detailed testing was undertaken for the 285 Direct Source procurements in the sample.
Entity
Across Agencies
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Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 35 of 1997–98)
Published: Monday 2 March 1998
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The objective of the audit was to examine the operations of DEETYA International Services with a view to identifying the administrative issues and difficulties experienced by DEETYA in establishing a commercial entity and its subsequent operation within the framework of the Australian Public Service.
Entity
Department of Employment, Education, Training and Youth Affairs
Type of content
Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 32 of 1997–98)
Published: Tuesday 17 February 1998
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The objective of the audit was to assess the economy, efficiency and administrative effectiveness, including accountability, of the management of boat people by the Department and the providers of major related services to DIMA such as: the Coastwatch Service within the Australian Customs Service and the Australian Protective Service within the Attorney-General's portfolio. The audit examined key issues in the management of boat people largely from a risk management perspective. The audit conclusions are presented in terms of: the economy, efficiency and administrative effectiveness, including the accountability, of operations; and the administrative functions which support the management of boat people, such as detection, reception of boats and costs.
Entity
Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs; Australian Protective Service; Australian Customs Service
Type of content
Performance audit (Auditor-General Report No. 24 of 1997–98)
Published: Monday 15 December 1997
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The objective of the audit was to review the efficiency, economy and administrative effectiveness of departmental activities leading to the letting of the contract with SPCL and its subsequent administration. This included, among other things, an examination of action taken to protect the Commonwealth's interests and the adequacy of relevant departmental guidelines and processes. A primary aim of the audit was to identify the facts of the particular case, including any administrative inadequacies that led to unnecessary financial exposure for the Commonwealth and less than satisfactory outcomes. In particular, the audit aimed to identify elements of better practice that could be followed under similar circumstances or programs in the future.
Entity
Department of Education, Training and Youth Affairs