Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee

The Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee is an independent advisory committee established under the Local Government Act 1993. The Committee supports good governance and provides independent advice and assurance to Council's governing body and General Manager on matters relating to:

  • Compliance,
  • Risk management,
  • Fraud control,
  • Financial management,
  • Governance,
  • Implementation of the Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework,
  • Service reviews,
  • Collection of performance management data by Council, and
  • Any other matters prescribed by legislation. 

The Committee operates in accordance with a four-year Strategic Workplan that aligns with Council's strategic objectives, legislative obligations and key organisational risks. The Workplan provides a structured approach to the Committee's oversight responsibilities and guides the review of governance, risk management, internal audit, financial management, compliance and continuous improvement activities over the Council term.

The Committee meets at least five times each year, with additional meetings convened as required.

Membership of the Committee comprises three independent voting members and one non-voting Councillor delegate. 

Current members are:

  • Ms Trish Kirkland, Independent Chair
  • Mr Jay Jo, Independent Member & Deputy Chair
  • Mr George Hampouris, Independent Member
  • Cr Terry Cohen, Councillor Delegate (Non-voting)

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