This audit assessed the accessibility of mainstream services such as hospitals, maternal and child health services, schools and kindergartens, and community and public housing for Aboriginal Victorians, and found little improvement in outcomes. Summary The Victorian Aboriginal population was around 47 000 at the 2011 census, making up around 0.9 per cent of the overall...

The processes set up to provide accessible services for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers are not resulting in informed and coordinated service planning and delivery, this audit finds. Summary Migrants, refugees and asylum seekers are among the most vulnerable people in our community because of their often complex and significant needs. Migrants with low English...

Summary: The Imposition and Enforcement of Court Fines and Infringement Penalties in Victoria is the Council's response to a government request for advice on aspects of the imposition and enforcement of court fines and infringement penalties. The report presents comprehensive data on the imposition and enforcement of court fines and infringement penalties. Among 49 recommendations...

With continued operating surpluses and low levels of debt, this report finds that Victoria's university sector remains in a relatively healthy financial position, but that active management is required given that operating surpluses have continued their decline since 2009. Summary This report covers the results of the 2013 financial audits of 64 entities, comprising eight...

This audit finds that most shared services initiatives by local government are soundly based, have appropriate governance arrangements and effective project management. Summary Victorian councils are required by the Local Government Act 1989 to endeavour to achieve the best outcomes for their local community, which includes ensuring that resources are used effectively and efficiently. Shared...