Appendix B. Central agencies
Survey of responses to 2012–13 performance audit recommendations
As this audit was undertaken prior to machinery of government changes on 1 January 2015, departments are referred to by their 2014 titles.
Appendix A. 2012–13 Audits and agencies
Figure A1
2012–13 Audits and
agencies
Audit |
Audited agencies |
|---|---|
Flood Relief and Recovery |
Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC), Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI), Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure (DTPLI), Department of Human Services (DHS) |
3 Monitoring performance audit recommendations
At a glance
Background
Standing Direction 2.6 (f) of the Financial Management Act 1994 requires audit committees to monitor actions taken to resolve external audit issues and whether actions are adopted and addressed in a timely manner. All public sector entities should therefore report on and monitor actions in response to performance audit recommendations.
2 Agency responses to 2012–13 recommendations
At a glance
Background
VAGO makes recommendations to address issues identified through performance audit. Agencies have an opportunity to comment on audit recommendations prior to reports being tabled and are encouraged to assist in the development of recommendations to ensure they are practical, achievable and address the issue. We then expect that agencies will monitor their progress in implementing recommendations to ensure timely completion.
1 Background
1.1 Performance audits
1.1.1 Purpose of performance audits
Each year, VAGO undertakes a broad range of performance audits, culminating in reports to Parliament that contain findings and conclusions about the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of public services, and compliance with relevant legislation. These audits offer independent assurance to Parliament and the community about public sector performance. Performance audits may also identify better practice and are a catalyst for continuous improvement in the public sector.
Auditor-General's comments
 John Doyle Auditor-General |
Audit team Renee Cassidy—Engagement Leader Karen Ellingford—Analyst Engagement Quality Control Reviewer Kate Kuring |
Responses to 2012–13 Performance Audit Recommendations: Message
Ordered to be published
VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT PRINTER FEBRUARY 2015
PP No 4, Session 2014–15
Responses to 2012–13 Performance Audit Recommendations
Body
This audit determined the extent of agency response to, and monitoring of, VAGO's performance audit recommendations from 2012–13.
Appendix A. Audit Act 1994 section 16—submissions and comments
Introduction
In accordance with section 16(3) of the Audit Act 1994, a copy of this report, or part of this report, was provided to the Department of Premier and Cabinet, the Department of Health, the Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure and the Department of Treasury and Finance.
The submissions and comments provided are not subject to audit nor the evidentiary standards required to reach an audit conclusion. Responsibility for the accuracy, fairness and balance of those comments rests solely with the agency head.
4 Overseeing performance measurement
At a glance
This Part assesses the Department of Treasury and Finance's (DTF) oversight of the performance measurement and reporting system on behalf of the Minister for Finance by examining how well DTF has: