Decision Maker: Council, Audit and Standards Committee

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: July 17, 2025

Purpose: The Annual Report of the Chair of the Audit and Standards Committee (the Committee) summarises the Committee’s activities during 2024-25 and sets out its plans for the next twelve months. This report provides independent assurance that the Council has in place: i. Adequate and effective governance, risk management and internal control frameworks; ii. Internal and External Audit services; and iii. Financial reporting arrangements that can be relied upon and which contribute to the high corporate governance standards that this Council expects and maintains.

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