Auditor-General's Department South Australia
AGDSA
Summary
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The Auditor-General of South Australia is appointed by the Governor on the advice of the executive and holds office until the statutory retirement age, providing effective tenure security. The Auditor-General conducts financial statement audits and performance audits of SA Government agencies and statutory bodies. Reports are presented to the Parliament of South Australia and made publicly available. The Auditor-General has full access to records and removal requires cause on address of both Houses of Parliament.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| 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
- Public Finance and Audit Act 1987 (SA)
- Citation
- SA Act No. 73 of 1987
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
South Australian Government agencies, statutory bodies, and entities receiving SA grants; financial statement and performance audits