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Our mission is to improve public sector performance and accountability by reporting independently to Parliament and entities. You can view our latest reports below.

21 Dec 2020

COVID-19 Relief Fund

This audit assessed whether Lotterywest and the Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries implemented effective governance…

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09 Dec 2020

COVID-19: Status of WA Public Testing Systems

The objective of this limited assurance review was to assess if WA Health is effectively prepared to provide…

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26 Nov 2020

Regulating Minor Pollutants

This audit assessed if the DWER and local government entities effectively regulate the unauthorised discharge of minor pollutants…

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We develop better practice guidance to help the Western Australian public sector perform efficiently and effectively. Our latest guidance includes:
• COVID-19 financial and governance matters
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• Contract management - extensions and variations.

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We're looking for a Business Administration Officer to provide reception support services for the office. Our ideal candidate will have experience using Microsoft Office and a records management system. Applications close 18 Jan. https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=266400

Report finds the governance and assessment arrangements for Phase 1 of the COVID-19 Relief Fund were largely effective. Read more http://www.audit.wa.gov.au

We're looking for an experienced HR/Payroll Officer with excellent customer service skills to join our Business Services team. Applications close 1 Feb. For more info visit: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=266410

We’re looking for an Associate Director to provide management, technical leadership and quality assurance of our information system audits. Applications close 1 Feb. More info: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=266013

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