The Audit and Risk Committee is concerned with issues that pose a business risk to Council and Council's financial management.
The Committee coordinates relevant management activities, Council's internal audit function and the external auditor to achieve organisational goals in an efficient and effective manner.
The committee meets 4 times a year.
Charter
An updated Charter was adopted at the Council meeting on 24 February 2026:
Audit & Risk Committee Charter(PDF, 302KB)
The Audit and Risk Committee:
- Enhances the credibility and objectivity of internal and external financial reporting
- Facilitates effective financial management, risk management and protection of Council assets
- Facilitates an effective internal audit function
- Coordinates communication between the external auditor, internal audit, management and the Council
The committee does not have executive powers or authority to implement actions in areas over which management has responsibility and does not have any delegated financial responsibility.