Audit & Risk Committee

The purpose of the committee is to provide independent advice and recommendation on matters to provide independent assurance and advice to Council on accounting, financial management, internal controls, risk management and governance matters; a requirement under Sections 126 and 41 of the Local Government Act 1999 (the Act); and in compliance with Regulation 17 of the Local Government (Financial Management) Regulations 2011.

Audit and Risk Committee - Terms Of Reference

Ensuring Council’s compliance with relevant legislation.
Ensuring the processes are in place that leads to the provision of value for money services to the community.
Ensuring the strategic objectives of Council are met.
Ensuring the maintenance of an adequate internal control framework.
Maintenance of an independent and objective internal and external audit function.

Members of the committee, including a chairman, are appointed by Council every two years. The committee consists of five members - two elected members of Council and three independent representatives. The independent members have recent and relevant experience to ensure the effective discharge of the duties of the Committee. The following skill sets should include:

Financial management
Information technology
Risk management
Governance
Internal audit
External audit Strategic management
Work health and safety management

2026 Dates
9th February
13th April
23rd June
24th August
19th October - rescheduled to 2nd November

Click here for the agendas and minutes from the Audit & Risk Committee meetings.