Terms of Reference

The Committee will examine:

  • The tender and procurement processes being utilised by the Attorney-General’s department to seek providers of the required services 
  • The lessons learned by the department in relation to these procurements and their current status.

The inquiry will also have particular regard to any matters contained in or associated with the following Auditor-General Report: Auditor-General Report No. 44 of 2024–25: Conduct of Procurements Relating to Two New Child Sexual Abuse-related National Services.

The Committee invites submission to the inquiry addressing these terms of reference by Friday 17 October 2025.

 

Committee Secretariat contact:

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

Phone: +61 2 6277 4405
jcpaa@aph.gov.au

About this inquiry

On 4 September 2025, the Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit adopted an inquiry into the procurement of mandated national support and advocacy services for victims of child sexual abuse. The inquiry will specifically examine the tender and procurement processes being used by the Attorney General’s department.

The Committee invites submission to the inquiry addressing the terms of reference by Friday 17 October 2025.

Important notice: while the Committee acknowledges the importance and impact of the experiences shared with the Royal Commission, this inquiry cannot consider individual cases or provide advice on personal matters.

Track Inquiry

Inquiry Status

Accepting Submissions

How to make a submission

The committee invites individuals and organisations to send in their opinions and proposals in writing (submissions)

Accessibility

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