Audit
Tasmanian Audit Office
TAO
56/100
Summary
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The Auditor-General of Tasmania is appointed by the Governor on the advice of the executive to an 8-year non-renewable term. The Tasmanian Audit Office conducts financial statement audits and performance audits of Tasmanian Government entities. The Auditor-General reports to the Parliament of Tasmania and has full access to records held by audited entities. Removal requires an address of both Houses for cause.
Independence Scorecard
56/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 8 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
- Audit Act 2008 (Tas)
- Citation
- Tas Act No. 50 of 2008
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Tasmanian Government departments, statutory bodies, state-owned companies, and entities receiving Tasmanian grants; financial and performance audits