The principal objectives of the Auditor-General's Department are as follows:

To perform professional independent audits and express an objective opinion on the financial information and statements of the Treasurer, Government Departments, Statutory Authorities and other public sector agencies, and report to Parliament on the results of such audits.

To contribute to the quality of public sector management by:

• reviewing as part of the audit process, the efficiency and economy of public sector operations;

• encouraging the development and maintenance of effective financial and management processes;

• supporting the promotion of, and improvements in, the form and quality of internal and external financial reporting by agencies To provide a working environment that:

• is efficient and flexible and permits a high degree of professional and management competence to be attained and practised;

• encourages personal development and provides a sound basis and opportunity for career advancement.