...prepared annually, both as an internal reference document for Treasury and Finance officers and as a ready reckoner for other agencies and individuals seeking information on State taxes.

2009-10 Mid-Year Review

2009-10 Government Mid Year Financial Projections Statement was released on 17 December 2009.

Economic Audit Final Report

The Economic Audit Committee’s Final Report Putting the Public First: Partnering with the Community and Business to Deliver Outcomes was released by the Premier on 14 December 2009.

PRAIC Report to the WA Government

In July 2008, the Pilbara Rail Access Interdepartmental Committee (PRAIC) conducted a public consultation process on the draft Pilbara Railways (Third Party Haulage) Regime. The draft Regime aims to provide a framework for the negotiation of iron ore

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Treasury

Treasury plays a central role in managing Western Australia’s public sector finances and in providing expert analysis and advice on the strategies and frameworks necessary for maintaining the State’s economic and financial position.

In undertaking the more traditional Treasury functions, staff work with every State Government agency at the various stages of the annual budgetary cycle.

This includes a key financial monitoring and reporting role, to ensure that the State remains on track in respect of the Government’s budgetary objectives and policies.

Supporting the Treasurer in the development of the State’s annual budget is one of the prime deliverables of the Department of Treasury and Finance.

A major aim of this activity is to assist Government achieve value for money and public sector accountability.

Regulatory Gatekeeping Unit

Recgulatory Impact icon The Regulatory Gatekeeping Unit (RGU) has been established by the Government of Western Australia to advise on, administer and support the Regulatory Impact Assessment process. Extensive support material is available to provide further background and guidance.