An updated governance guide provides a framework for managing public sector conflict of interest.
Tag: risk-management
Councils failing to act on biggest risks: report
Infrastructure, financial sustainability and health and safety are the greatest risks for local government, according to a new analysis that finds many councils are failing to adequately prepare.
SMEs allowed to bid for riskier NSW government tech work
No monopoly for multinationals.
Shout out to diggers through fortified alcohol management app
A free smartphone app designed to help current and ex-Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel and veterans manage their drinking has been updated with new features, including being able to email…
Opinion on impact of carbon price on procurement
By Ruth Bayley, CEO of Australian Association of Procurement and Contract Management The impact of the carbon price on prices paid for goods and services is a risk. Like any…
CSA unveils scholarship recipients
Chartered Secretaries Australia (CSA) announced on Thursday the winners of its inaugural public sector scholarship valued at $12,325. The peak professional body developed the national scholarship award to recognise the…
Facing up to risky business
By Craig Donaldson A recent Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) report into the NSW public sector found that councils face a wider range of corruption risks than state agencies but…
Report criticises councils’ short-term financial focus
By Ju Yeon Jung A report into the Queensland local government financial sustainability has found a significant number of councils are routinely recording operating deficits without appropriate long-term asset management…