Hon Michelle Hofmann questions the Minister regarding the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board's partially effective controls over portable assets, as highlighted in the Auditor General's Report. The questions seek clarification on responsibility, actions, timeframes, and potential extension of improved practices to other entities.

⏳ Awaiting AnswerQoN 1578Legislative Council
Asked
14 April 2026
Portfolio: Local Government; Disability Services; Volunteering; Youth; Gascoyne

Question

(1) I refer to the Auditor General’s Report “Controls Over Portable Assets – State Entities” (Report 10: 2025–26), and I ask?(2) Does the Minister acknowledge that the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board had only partially effective controls over portable assets?(3) Does the Minister agree with the recommendations of the Auditor General?(4) Who is responsible for implementing these recommendations within the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board?(5) What actions are being taken to address failures to conduct required stock-takes and gaps in disposal documentation?(6) What are the timeframes for implementing recommendations?(7) Will improved practices or systems be extended to other entities within the Minister’s responsibility? (1) I refer to the Auditor General’s Report “Controls Over Portable Assets – State Entities” (Report 10: 2025–26), and I ask? (2) Does the Minister acknowledge that the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board had only partially effective controls over portable assets? (3) Does the Minister agree with the recommendations of the Auditor General? (4) Who is responsible for implementing these recommendations within the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board? (5) What actions are being taken to address failures to conduct required stock-takes and gaps in disposal documentation? (6) What are the timeframes for implementing recommendations? (7) Will improved practices or systems be extended to other entities within the Minister’s responsibility?

Answer

This question is awaiting a response from the Minister.

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