The objective of this audit is to assess the effectiveness of the Department of Defence's planning and administrative arrangements to support the provision of emergency Defence Assistance to the Civil Community (DACC).

Audit criteria

The ANAO proposes to examine the following:

  • Does the Department of Defence (Defence) prepare effectively to respond to emergency DACC requests?
  • Has Defence established fit-for-purpose arrangements to manage emergency DACC delivery?
  • Has Defence established arrangements to assess and learn from emergency DACC activity and reviews?

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The ANAO does not have a role in commenting on the merits of government policy but focuses on assessing the efficient and effective implementation of government programs, including the achievement of their intended benefits.

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We anticipate accepting contributions to this audit until Sunday 30 April 2023.

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