1 Audit context

1.1 Background

Many public services rely on public assets such as trains, roads and schools to support their delivery. The Treasurer's 2017–18 Financial Report identifies that the State of Victoria controlled a total of $265 billion of non-financial assets at 30 June 2018. Inadequate management of these assets can affect the services these assets provide or support, and, therefore, the quality of life for all Victorians.

Audit overview

Victoria's roads, railways, schools and hospitals form part of $265 billion of non-financial assets that government departments and agencies manage. These assets support the delivery of services that affect all Victorians, so it is important to manage them well. Having up-to-date knowledge of assets and their condition helps government agencies get the best value from their asset-related investments, make good decisions about when to acquire, renew or divest assets, be responsive to changes in demand or use, and provide better services.

Acronyms

AIMS Asset Information Management System
AMAF Asset Management Accountability Framework
DEDJTR Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources
DELWP Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
DET Department of Education and Training
DHHS Department of Health and Human Services

Transmittal Letter

Independent assurance report to Parliament

Ordered to be published

VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT PRINTER May 2019

PP No 27, Session 201819

The Hon Shaun Leane MLC
President
Legislative Council
Parliament House
Melbourne
 
The Hon Colin Brooks MP
Speaker
Legislative Assembly
Parliament House
Melbourne
 

Dear Presiding Officers