Whole of Government Expenditure Reviews
The Expenditure Review Directorate in NSW Treasury is undertaking expenditure reviews so that NSW public sector expenditure is appropriate, effective and efficient.
Government is realigning expenditure to revenue growth while:
- improving services
- building infrastructure and
- looking after the state’s most vulnerable people.
Australian and New Zealand Expenditure Review Roundtable
In August 2011, NSW hosted an Australian and New Zealand Expenditure Review Roundtable. A background paper for the Roundtable was prepared. This paper provides an overview of common approaches to expenditure review in Australia and New Zealand. Other international examples of approaches to reviews are also outlined, for example, egagement of the public in spending reviews and facilitating skill development in agencies.
- Roundtable Background Paper - Overview of Expenditure Review Mechanisms in Australia and New Zealand
NSW Whole of Government Reviews
In 2011, whole of government expenditure reviews are being undertaken on Purchasing Cards, the government’s car Fleet and on information and communications technology (ICT).
More information on whole of government expenditure reviews is provided below in the following links.
- Purchasing cards,
- State fleet and
- Information and Communications Technology.
- Merchant Fees (Coming soon)
A review of legal services was completed in 2010: