Council approves Internal Audit Plan

Lockyer Valley Regional Council’s revised three-year Internal Audit Plan (2025-26 to 2027-28) was given the green light at the recent Council meeting.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan says the Internal Audit Plan is far more than just a statutory requirement.

“The Internal Audit Plan is being actively used by Council to ensure our programs, services and administration are efficient, effective, and accountable.

“As the level of government closest to the community, accountability needs be more than just a buzzword – and that’s why we take our audit processes seriously.

“Our key operations, administration and risk management are checked by the Audit and Risk Management Committee that includes independent members to ensure Council is operating above board in all aspects of our operations.

“The challenges facing local governments across the country are significant, with proportionately less funding coming from State and Federal levels, ever-increasing costs from suppliers and contractors, and expectations of improved services and facilities from community members.

“We need to make every dollar count, for ourselves and our ratepayers, and we need to ensure we are being diligent and accountable as we go.

“Part of that process requires us to prepare and adopt an internal audit plan and carry out internal audits each financial year.

“In order to do this, we’ve engaged an independent contractor, O’Connor Marsden and Associates (OCM) to work in conjunction with Council’s Executive Operations area.

“An internal audit is focused on providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services to Council.

“This is yet another example of our commitment to doing the best we can for the community,” Mayor Milligan said.

For more information, contact Council on 1300 005 872 or visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au