Country Queensland

Our vision is for better public services for Queenslanders.

Our purpose is to provide valued, independent assurance and insights.

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What's new

8 August 2024

Financial statements can be difficult to understand for those who don’t have a strong finance or accounting background.

8 August 2024

As we finalise the audit of our clients’ financial statements, we will be communicating any misstatements the teams identify with them.

31 July 2024

Elected members are responsible for setting the strategic direction of their council.

16 July 2024

Auditing the right topics, at the right time, is the key to achieving better public services for Queenslanders.

Upcoming audits

Each year the government prepares a state budget identifying estimated revenues and expenses over the next 4 years.

Audit Status:
In progress

Bullying is a complex and ongoing issue that can have long-term effects on student engagement, learning and attendance on those involved, including bystanders.

Audit Status:
In progress

This audit follows-on from our audit Delivering forensic services (Report 21: 2018–19).

Audit Status:
In progress

Audit committees are an important part of governance frameworks. Effective audit committees can catalyse better governance in entities. They help entities become more efficient, effective, and economical, and promote accountability, integrity, and transparency.

Audit Status:
In progress

Brisbane will host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (the Games) in 9 years. The economic benefit is estimated to be $8.1 billion for Queensland, and $17.6 billion for Australia.

Audit Status:
In progress

Having safe, secure, and reliable water supplies are critical for the wellbeing of Queensland’s regional communities.

Audit Status:
In progress

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