Terms of Reference

The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit (JCPAA) will inquire into and report on Commonwealth grants administration with a view to strengthening the integrity and administration of grants.

The inquiry will have particular regard to:

  • The status of recommendations included in the JCPAA’s Report 484 The Administration of Government Grants
  • Any matters contained in or connected with the following Auditor-General's Reports:
  • Equity, decision-making and matters relating to the allocation of funding under the following grant programs:
    • Urban Congestion Fund
    • Regional Growth Fund
    • Modern Manufacturing Initiative
  • Possible changes to the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Guidelines.

Committee Secretariat contact:

Committee Secretary
Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit
PO Box 6021
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600

Phone: +61 2 6277 4615
jcpaa@aph.gov.au

About this inquiry

The Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit will inquire into and report on Commonwealth grants administration with a view to strengthening the integrity and administration of grants.



Past Public Hearings

31 Mar 2023: Canberra
17 Mar 2023: Canberra
03 Mar 2023: Canberra

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Inquiry Status

Report Tabled

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