Feature Story 43 – Maximising The Effectiveness of Internal Auditing

Internal Audits provide valuable insights and recommendations that can help organisations improve efficiency. Internal Audits are also essential for risk management, as identifying non-compliance early can prevent further issues and facilitate more robust systems to be implemented.

Webinar – Carbon Emissions Profiling

This webinar explored the key factors contributing to council carbon emissions, reviewed assessment methodologies and formulas, and discussed the necessary data for accurate analysis. It also delved into the benefits of conducting a carbon emissions analysis including opportunities for effective reduction.

Feature Story 41 – Corporate Plan Development

Corporate plans are nothing new. The five-year plan drives policy and strategic documents, including the yearly operational plan. Beyond mere compliance, however, lies the pivotal opportunity to develop comprehensive and well-informed plans to steer the community into the future

MPG Newsletter 40 – Cherbourg Audit and Risk Committee

At the end of October, Scott travelled to Cherbourg for another committee meeting. The trip coincided with the two-week project to rejuvenate the Bert Button Lookout, Ration Shed Museum and the Cherbourg rugby league club. It was great to see work the community and volunteers have been doing and their dedication to the preservation of these sites.

Feature Story 37 – The Value of Knowing Your Carbon Footprint

Reducing carbon emissions has re-emerged as a key driver for decision making in the business sector in recent times. Council’s corporate emissions certainly fall into this category. But what is the value for Council in understanding its carbon footprint and is there opportunity for costs savings and increased revenue that Councils can exploit?