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The use of information technology (IT) services provided by other organisations (third parties) is becoming more widespread throughout state and local government entities.
Queensland public sector entities, including local governments, occasionally make ex-gratia payments, sometimes called special payments, to terminated employees and third parties.
Each year, the Queensland Audit Office (QAO) holds an in-person and live-streamed event for all our clients’ chief financial officers, finance managers, and other staff involved in financial statem
An audit and an external review may differ in their approaches and levels of assurance, but there are parallels we can draw on how best to prepare and how to ensure maximum value.
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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.
Each year the government prepares a state budget identifying estimated revenues and expenses over the next 4 years.
Offending by young people has been an increasing community concern over recent years. Youth offending can stem from a range of complex social problems such as family dysfunction, poor educational outcomes, unemployment, and substance abuse.
Bullying is a complex and ongoing issue that can have long-term effects on student engagement, learning and attendance on those involved, including bystanders.
Queensland hospitals are under increased pressure, with high occupancy rates often cited as causing an increase in emergency department wait times and patient stretcher times.
Forensic services play a critical role in criminal investigations.