Government Watchdog Reduces Oversight Due to Funding Shortage

The Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) has warned of ongoing financial difficulties, needing to reduce its annual performance audits from 44 to between 38 and 42 due to insufficient funding, despite Labor’s promises for better support. New Auditor-General Caralee McLeish emphasized the importance of sustainable funding for audit independence as the agency faces losses of $5.3 million and additional responsibilities, including climate disclosures.

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