2017-11-07 S&O Agenda - Attachment 1 to Item 10 - Annual Report 2016-17

Single owner not on the maximum rate of pension
Where the pensioner was not in receipt of the maximum level of pension and had sole title to the
property that was their principal place of residence for the period, the concession was 25% of the
general rate up to a maximum amount of $115.00 per annum.

Joint owner not on the maximum rate of pension
Where the pensioner was not in receipt of the maximum level of pension and owned the property jointly
with one or more people for the period, the concession was 25% of the general rate up to a maximum
amount of $65.00 per annum.


Invitations to change tenders
There was one reportable invitation made by Council to change tenders during the period for contract -
1617T047 Kinmond Creek Road. This tender was withdrawn completely to take into consideration
specification changes and a change in the implementation timing requirements of Council’s Capital
Works Executive. The contract was later incorporated within tender 1617T112.


Audit and Risk Committee
During the period, Council’s Audit and Risk Committee, which consists of two Councillor members and
two expert independent external members, held four formal committee meetings and played an active
role as an advisory committee to Council through the provision of independent comment, advice and
counsel on audit and risk management issues covering a wide range of Council operations and
projects.

In accordance with Council’s Audit and Risk Committee Charter, a key duty of the Committee is to
provide reasonable assurance to Council that its core business goals and objectives are being achieved
in an efficient and economical manner, within an appropriate framework of internal control and risk
management.

The Audit and Risk Committee observed the terms of its Charter for the period and conducted an
annual assessment of its performance.


Internal Audit
Council recognises the relevance of strengthening governance and control systems through the
establishment of an efficient and effective internal audit function.

Council’s Internal Audit Plan for each financial year is developed having regard to current operational
risks. Council’s internal audits are conducted in accordance with Council’s Internal Audit Terms of
Reference and Internal Audit Policy, the objectives of which include providing independent, objective
assurance and appropriate services designed to add value and improve Council’s operations. Council’s
Internal Audit Plan for each period is reviewed and adopted by the Audit and Risk Committee.

The Internal Audit activities for the period included a review of the following:
 Procure to Pay Processes; and
 Investment of Surplus Funds.

The above Audits were completed by specialist external providers. Council has in place a number of
systems and processes to ensure that recommendations resulting from its internal audits are
appropriately actioned and implemented into day-to-day operations.




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