Queensland Audit Office
QAO
Summary
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The Auditor-General of Queensland is appointed by the Governor on the recommendation of the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee to a 7-year non-renewable term. The QAO conducts financial statement audits and performance audits of Queensland Government entities and government-owned corporations. The Auditor-General reports to the Legislative Assembly and has full access to records. Removal requires an address of the Legislative Assembly for cause.
Independence Scorecard
| 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 2009 (Qld)
- Citation
- Qld Act No. 5 of 2009
- Full text
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Jurisdiction scope
Queensland Government departments, statutory bodies, government-owned corporations, and entities receiving Queensland grants; financial and performance audits