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...

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 found that the Victorian Department of Education and Early Childhood Development has not provided access to high-quality education for all students. Summary Students in rural Victoria make up 30 per cent of the student population. In rural Victoria levels of disadvantage are higher and educational aspirations and outcomes are lower than for metropolitan...

Victoria's residential care system has insufficient capacity and capability to respond to the level of demand and growing complexity of children’s needs, this audit finds. Summary On any given day around 500 children are in residential care in Victoria. These children are among the most vulnerable in the community. They are generally in the Out...

While more people are undertaking multiple qualifications, leading to an increase in the total qualifications being completed, this audit found that the number of individuals completing apprenticeships and traineeships in Victoria has remained stagnant. Summary Apprenticeships and traineeships combine formal training with employment, allowing individuals to acquire qualifications while supplying Victoria’s vital industries with a...