Audit
ACT Audit Office
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Summary
The Auditor-General of the Australian Capital Territory is appointed by the ACT Executive on the recommendation of the Assembly's Public Accounts Committee to a 7-year non-renewable term. The ACT Audit Office conducts financial statement audits and performance audits of ACT Government entities. The Auditor-General reports to the Legislative Assembly and has full access to records. Removal requires an address of the Assembly for cause.
Independence Scorecard
62/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Auditor-General Act 1996 (ACT)
- Citation
- ACT No. 23 of 1996
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
ACT Government directorates, statutory authorities, Territory-owned corporations, and entities receiving ACT grants; financial and performance audits