Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit
The Committee recommends that Army define rigorously what constitutes sufficient
warning time, a sufficient level of readiness and the cost implications
of readiness and sustainability.
Recommendation 2
The Committee recommends that the Department of Communications, Information,
Technology and the Arts implement its draft guidelines for the administration
of grant programs.
Recommendation 3
The Committee recommends that, after the making of grant decisions, all applicants,
successful or otherwise, should be notified of the decision as soon as
possible in writing, advised of relevant appeal processes and provided
with guidance for improving subsequent applications.
Recommendation 4
The Committee recommends that the Australian National Audit Office carry
out a follow-up audit on Job Network to ensure its recommended improvements
are incorporated the management of Job Network contracts.