What we recommended
We made 5 recommendations to address 3 key issues. The relevant agencies have accepted our recommendations in full or in principle.
What we found
This section summarises our key findings. The following sections detail our complete findings, including supporting evidence.
When reaching our conclusions, we consulted with the audited agencies and considered their views. The agencies’ full responses are in Appendix A.
Why we did this audit
Contractors vs. consultants
Contractors provide work or services for departments.
Appendix G: Acronyms, abbreviations and glossary
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Appendix F: Financial measures and targets
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Appendix E: VicTrack lease arrangements
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Appendix D: Results of material entity audits
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Appendix C: Audit opinion on the AFR
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Appendix B: About this report, the AFR and our financial audits
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Appendix A: Submissions and comments
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4. COVID-19 business grant support programs
Conclusion
In 2020 the former Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions (the department) had to respond rapidly to implement a large scale grants program to support businesses during the COVID 19 pandemic. This grants program was unprecedented in its experience.