DPCD Annual Report 2011-2012
2011-12 annual report Department of Planning and Community Development DOT6986/12 This publication is also published in PDF and Word formats on www.dpcd.vic.gov.au If you would like to receive this publication in an accessible format, such as large print, please telephone DPCD on 03 9208 3718 or email [email protected]
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Secretary’s foreword 2 Highlights for 2011-12 4 Section 1 – About the department 10 Who we are 10 Ministers 12 Executive team 13 Organisational chart 14 Our people and our workplace 16 Inclusion 19 Whole-of-government priorities: DPCD contributions 21
Section 2 – Output performance 26 Metropolitan and regional planning and development 28 Investing in communities 42
Section 3 – Financial statements 58 Section 4 – Appendices 162 Contacts 197 Disclosure index 198
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 1 Secretary’s foreword
The past year has been a challenging but successful one for the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD). Through this period DPCD has maintained its strong focus on the continued development and implementation of major government reforms and election commitments. The department has also consolidated internal structural reforms to better align its management structure with the needs of its ministers’ and governments’ priorities.
This annual report outlines DPCD’s progress in In addition, DPCD has undertaken a number of implementing the Government’s agenda. This has key reforms to create a fairer and more efficient included Regional Development Victoria’s first planning system. These will create savings for Victorian 12 months of operating the Government’s $1 billion businesses and households and support growth Regional Growth Fund. Major outcomes achieved by addressing constraints to investment. Passage through the fund this year include: significant of the Planning and Environment Amendment investments in new economic infrastructure; the (VicSmart Planning Assessment) Bill 2012, for launch of the $100 million Putting Locals First example, will introduce a new assessment process Program; and allocation of the $100 million Local for straightforward, low impact planning permit Government Infrastructure Program. Each will provide applications, enabling such proposals to be dealt rural and regional councils with much-needed funding with more quickly and efficient. certainty and the capacity to better plan for important community projects. Other major initiatives delivered in 2011-12 by the department’s portfolios include Sport and DPCD has launched the public consultation process Recreation Victoria unveiling plans for Melbourne to support development of the Government’s new Park’s western precinct. This will see Margaret Court Metropolitan Planning Strategy. This has provided Arena redeveloped to feature a retractable roof, more avenues for the public to participate in discussions on seating and improved facilities. Melbourne’s future and how to drive economic activity and create employment. The Metropolitan Planning In Aboriginal Affairs, the Government established Strategy, together with the eight Regional Growth the Indigenous Honour Roll, which inducted Plans currently under development, will provide a 20 outstanding Indigenous Victorians, marking the long-term framework for Victoria’s future development inaugural celebration of the first award of its kind and integrate a range of critical areas including in Australia. economic growth, infrastructure provision, housing In Regional Development, Victoria’s first ever choice, full liveability and service provision. Regional Victoria Living Expo over two days in April 2012 at Melbourne’s Exhibition Centre. The event successfully showcased the many benefits and opportunities for those Melburnians considering the move to regional Victoria.
2 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 In the May 2012-13 State Budget the department Sport and Recreation is an important part of the received funding for a number of important initiatives. lives of many Victorians. Our efforts here will reflect Support for the ANZAC Centenary Strategy, including the changing dynamics of sport and recreation in a funding contribution for the redevelopment and cities and regions across Victoria. For the Veteran maintenance of the Shrine of Remembrance, was community the continued importance of the Shrine among them. Local Government Victoria received in our remembrance of the fallen will be reflected in funding to meet growing demand for public library our work as will the preparation for the centenary services. Resources were also allocated to help local of ANZAC. As an organisation we will focus on our governments identify and maintain a list of vulnerable performance and in adding value to our partners people who would be at risk in emergencies such as in state and local government, businesses and the bushfires and floods. community sector.
Looking forward the department has important In the year ahead I look forward to leading the deliverables across all areas of our work. In Planning department as we look for better ways to deliver there is the development of the Metropolitan Planning core services, improve on our overall efficiency, Strategy, Regional Growth Plans and further planning capitalise on the opportunities ahead and support reforms to support growth and investment. For the government to realise its agenda for the State Regional Development, regions are experiencing of Victoria. a range of transition pressures associated with the restructuring of Australia’s economy. Realising Accountable officer’s declaration benefits for the regions in a strategic, enduring way In accordance with the Financial Management Act is an important priority. The role of regional cities 1994, I present the Report of Operations for the in driving growth and providing an alternative for Department of Planning and Community Development families and businesses will continue as a priority for the year ending 30 June 2012. throughout 2012-13.
For Local Government many new councillors will take up their role following the elections in October 2012. A new State-Local Government agreement will provide important context for our work. Across our responsibilities we will find improved ways to work with local government. Andrew Tongue Secretary In Aboriginal Affairs progress to “Close the Gap” is 14 August 2012 being made. Beyond our responsibility for whole-of- government coordination, we will focus our efforts on economic development, working with communities and our statutory responsibilities.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 3 Highlights 2011-12
July 2011 • No-go zones for wind farms were established through the approval of Planning Amendment • The government’s Regional Growth Fund was VC82 which prohibits the construction of wind launched to spearhead a $1 billion investment turbines within two kilometres of an existing into regional and rural Victoria. This included the dwelling unless there is written consent from the $100 million Putting Locals First Program and owner of the dwelling. $100 million Local Government Infrastructure • More than $8000 of Emergency Equipment Grants Program to support local community projects. for flood-affected communities and sports clubs • The National Aborigines and Islanders Day were announced. Observance Committee (NAIDOC) government • The new Precinct Structure Plan for Cranbourne reception was held at Parliament House to North was approved, providing for a new celebrate Indigenous culture and achievements. community of 5600 people on 190 hectares. • Community consultation commenced on Regional • The Regional Policy Advisory Committee was Growth Plans for the Central Highlands, Gippsland, established to advise the Ministers for Regional Great South Coast, Hume, Loddon Mallee North, and Rural Development and Regional Cities. Loddon Mallee South and Wimmera Southern Mallee regions. • The Minister for Aboriginal Affairs hosted the inaugural Indigenous Women’s Roundtable • The 2012-13 Community Facility Funding Program to discuss issues affecting Aboriginal people was launched to help local councils improve sport across Victoria. and recreation facilities, with increased maximum grant amounts for most categories such as $3 September 2011 million for each Better Pools project and $650,000 for Major Facilities projects. • Three thousand cyclists of all ages and abilities took part in the inaugural Amy’s Gran Fondo, • The $30 million Flood Recovery Community completing a 120km circuit in the Surf Coast Infrastructure Fund and the $10 million Victorian and Colac Otway regions including the Great Business Flood Recovery Fund to support flood Ocean Road. affected communities commenced. • Aboriginal Affairs Victoria commenced a review • The Fire Recovery Unit began operating, providing of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 with the continuity of government support and oversight release of a discussion paper. following the closure of the Victorian Bushfire Reconstruction and Recovery Authority. • New statewide maps identifying bushfire-prone areas were released and minimum bushfire August 2011 construction requirements aimed at improving bushfire protection for residential buildings • The Victorian War Heritage Inventory, a database were applied. of more than 2000 war memorials, avenues of honour, memorial buildings and defence-related • The Minister for Planning announced the start sites was launched. of the $2.8 million Crowne Plaza Promenade redevelopment revitalising the Northbank • The bipartisan Ministerial Advisory Council on waterfront. The Victorian Government contributed Public Libraries was established. $1.3 million towards the project. • Legislation was passed moving local government elections from November to October every four years.
4 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 October 2011 November 2011 • Minister Ryan opened the inaugural VolunteerFest • As part of Regional Cities Week, the Government at Surf Lifesaving Victoria in Port Melbourne, made a commitment to continue to support and launching a series of DPCD-hosted events around promote regional cities. Victoria celebrating the diversity of volunteers • A new taskforce investigating sports injury and volunteering. prevention, chaired by Australian Diamonds • An agreement was finalised with VicSwim to Commonwealth Games captain Sharelle deliver the Summer Kidz Program with DPCD McMahon, met for the first time. providing $1.6 million over four years to make • The Community Sport and Recreation Awards learn-to-swim classes more affordable. celebrated the significant contribution made by • The refurbishment of the Great Southern Stand Victorians in shaping our community sport and at the Melbourne Cricket Ground commenced. recreation landscape. • Establishment of the new Urban Renewal Authority • The Presidents Cup golf tournament was held Victoria, Places Victoria, and the appointment of at Royal Melbourne Golf Club. its board of directors were announced. • The Deadly in Gippsland Indigenous Conference • The $1.6 million restoration of the Murtoa Stick showcased Gippsland’s many successful Shed in Western Victoria was completed with Aboriginal initiatives, winning the Sale Local 1250 visitors attending the first open day. Indigenous Network and Wellington Shire Council’s • Regional Development Victoria purchased the 2012 National Local Government Award for site for development of the Marysville Hotel and Promoting Reconciliation. DPCD helped fund Conference Centre and launched an expression of the event. interest process for potential developers. • The $2.8 million Flying Squad was established • The interim Ministerial-Mayors Advisory Panel to provide planning support to regional councils. was established to provide advice on the range of • New bushfire controls were introduced in the legislative, regulatory, strategic and policy decisions Victorian Planning Provisions to prioritise the which impact on and require a partnership with protection of human life and the safety of Victoria’s local government. communities in line with Victorian Bushfires Royal • The first round of the Living Library Infrastructure Commission recommendations. Program announced $3.6 million worth of projects. • A $15 million Regional Growth Fund contribution • Minister Napthine addressed delegates at the was announced for the Geelong Library and Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Heritage Centre development. Australia (SEGRA) conference in support of the important role Victorian regional cities play in the prosperity of the State.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 5 Highlights 2011-12
December 2011 January 2012 • The 3MDR emergency broadcasting transmitter • Henry Road Recreation Reserve in Pakenham in the Dandenong Ranges was upgraded through received funding of $650,000 for three new soccer a Fire Ready Communities Grant, allowing ongoing pitches, transforming the reserve into a district community broadcasting during the fire season level facility. and extreme weather conditions. • More than $1.13 million in grants to 13 projects • The Ringwood Aquatic Centre received $3 million across the state were announced aimed at through the Community Facility Funding Program conserving and restoring heritage significant places to transform the ageing facility into a district and objects. aquatic sports venue. • Businesses were given more flexibility on the • The new State Athletics Centre at Lakeside location of smaller stores through revision of Stadium in Albert Park hosted its first event, the the bulky goods definition and removal of floor Zatopek:10, Australia’s premier 10,000 metre race. space restrictions. • Thirty-seven veterans’ organisations shared in more • The Minister for Planning approved the Officer than $410,000 from the ANZAC Day Proceeds Precinct Structure Plan, rezoning land to enable Fund to deliver initiatives enhancing the wellbeing construction of 10,900 dwellings, activity centres, of Victoria’s ex-service personnel, their dependents community facilities and open spaces. and surviving war widows. • The Local Government Investigations and • The Urban Development Program report, which Compliance Inspectorate (LGICI) revamped web monitors the supply and demand for residential pages and communications tools, including and industrial land, was released. examples of good council practices and process, • The $100 million Local Government Infrastructure encouraging collaboration between councils. Program was launched by Minister Ryan at the • The Minister for Local Government appointed a Bendigo Library. monitor for Ararat Rural City Council following a • Legislation was passed to provide for the complex LGICI investigation into breaches of the Melbourne City Council’s electoral structure to be legislation and governance failings. reviewed independently by the Victorian Electoral • A comprehensive review of the role of Victorian Commission, similar to all other councils. public libraries commenced, including services • VicHeritage, a new iPhone app that puts heritage and funding arrangements. information at users’ fingertips, was launched.
6 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 February 2012 March 2012 • The Minister for Sport and Recreation officially • The Not for Profit Compliance Support Centre opened the new home of the Victorian Institute of was launched, providing a single access point Sport at Lakeside Stadium, Albert Park. for all regulatory and compliance resources and • Eighteen veterans’ organisations shared in more reducing the regulatory burden for Victorian than $270,000 from the Victorian Veterans Fund community organisations. to deliver local commemorative and educational • The new Katamatite Sport Centre and Community programs honouring the service and sacrifice of Hub received a $750,000 contribution through Victoria’s war veterans. the Community Facility Funding Program and the • The first 20 Indigenous Victorians were inducted by Putting Locals First Program. the Premier and the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs • The Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship was held onto the inaugural Victorian Indigenous Honour in Melbourne for the first time, with individuals and Roll. The Indigenous Honour Roll is the first award teams from more than 30 countries competing in of its kind in Australia. the event. • $1 million was committed to the Victorian Civil and • A record 80,021 Victorians registered for the Administrative Tribunal to tackle the backlog of Premier’s Active Families Challenge, which planning cases, enabling approximately 800 cases encouraged participants to complete 30 minutes of to be finalised and a reduction in waiting lists by up physical activity on 30 days over a six-week period. to six months. • As part of the Wayaperri Leadership Initiative, • The Fire Recovery Unit prepared the Victorian 17 people from Mildura completed the Diversity Bushfire Recovery Three Year Report, outlining the Mentor Training delivered by the Indigenous progress and achievements made in the ongoing Leadership Centre. The newly trained mentors fire recovery effort. are now providing guidance, support and • Legislation was passed which will enable encouragement to young Indigenous people the residents and ratepayers of Geelong to in Mildura. directly elect their Mayor after Parliament • The former Binks Ford site in Footscray was passed legislation. rezoned to open up development and land use opportunities that can integrate with Footscray Station and stimulate further investment within the area. • Hume City Council adopted the Broadmeadows Structure Plan after three years of collaboration between DPCD, the council and the engagement of the wider community. The plan sets out the long- term vision for Broadmeadows. • Flood Recovery Community Infrastructure Fund grants of over $1 million were approved for Macedon Ranges Council and Pyrenees Shire.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 7 Highlights 2011-12
April 2012 • The new edition of population and household projections, Victoria in Future 2012, was published • The Growing Places Forum, hosted by the Office for use by Victorian Government departments in for the Community Sector, brought together all infrastructure, service and land use planning and levels of government and the community sector by the broader community. to share ideas on managing and coordinating • The inaugural Regional Victoria Living Expo was community infrastructure and service delivery in held at the Melbourne Convention Centre to areas experiencing significant growth and change. encourage Melburnians to consider moving to • Under the new Women in Sport and Recreation regional Victoria for a better quality of life. Program $635,000 has been provided to encourage more women to be involved in sport. The new May 2012 Victorians More Active Program to support the • The State Budget included an allocation of work of Victoria’s State Sporting Associations was $5.5 million towards the next stage of the also unveiled. redevelopment of Melbourne Park. • The 2012 UCI Track Cycling World Championships • More than 110 community volunteers and RSL were staged in Melbourne and attracted up to 350 memorabilia officers in Melbourne, Sale and of the world’s best cyclists from over 40 countries, Mildura were trained in conservation skills at further cementing Victoria’s reputation as a leading Veterans’ Heritage Workshops. international destination for major cycling events. • DPCD hosted the largest ever collaborative national • Local communities received grants valued at over shipwreck fieldwork project at the Clarence wreck $240,000 for 43 projects to help repair, protect, in Port Phillip Bay to determine best practice restore and enhance memorial plaques, cairns, methodologies that will ensure protection for the honour rolls and cenotaphs through the Restoring site and artefacts. Community War Memorial Program. • The Metropolitan Planning Strategy community • Ten student winners of this year’s Premier’s Spirit consultation was launched through a website of ANZAC Prize set off on a study tour to significant and social media. A Ministerial Advisory Committee military sites in Turkey, including Gallipoli, and to was established to direct the development of Malaysia and Singapore, and shared their journey the strategy. on a daily blog. • The Victorian Planning System Ministerial Advisory • Ricci Marks Young Achiever Awards were presented Committee’s report and the government’s initial to Benson Saulo and Verhona Smith for achievement response were released. Most of the report’s and leadership in the Indigenous community. 67 recommendations were supported. • The $6.9 million Community Works Program • The Good Move Campaign, a research-based was announced to assist councils revitalise their advertising campaign aimed to attract people and municipalities, stimulate investment through skills to regional and rural Victoria was launched. infrastructure projects and create jobs. • Under the Energy for the Regions Program, Mildura • Minister Napthine hosted the annual Regional City and Huntly were announced as the first towns to Business Leaders Forum where civic and private receive natural gas. sector leaders identified opportunities to accelerate growth in Victoria’s regional cities. • The State Budget included an allocation of $22.5 million towards the building of the Galleries of Remembrance at the Shrine of Remembrance.
8 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 June 2012 • The Minister for Planning approved Precinct Structure Plans to create new communities • The $4 million joint State-Commonwealth Floods at Diggers Rest, Lockerbie, Lockerbie North, Community Recovery Fund was fully committed, Manor Lakes, Merrifield West and Rockbank North. funding over 250 projects by 25 councils and more • A change to the State Planning Policy Framework than 130 community organisations that restored was approved to identify opportunities for higher social networks and community facilities destroyed density and scale residential and mixed use by the 2011 floods. development in central Melbourne including • The $46 million Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Fishermans Bend, E-Gate (West Melbourne) Centre in East Bentleigh was officially opened. and Richmond railway station precinct. • The State Basketball Centre in Knox was officially • LGICI completed compliance audits on 22 councils opened, hosting games between the Boomers and for the year delivering regulatory compliance and Greece and the Opals against Brazil as part of the process improvements for local councils. Farewell Series. • The Government announced a $4.4 million • It was announced that a new footbridge from the investment contribution ($3.9 million from the MCG to AAMI Park will be named after Australia’s Regional Growth Fund) to upgrade SPC Ardmona’s first Olympian, ‘The Lion of Athens’ Edwin Flack. food processing plant in the Goulburn Valley. • The In Our Words digital storytelling project • $5.2 million worth of projects were announced concluded, having collected nearly 200 Victorian in the second round of the Living Libraries veterans’ stories over four years. Infrastructure Program. • DPCD’s support for the operation of Victoria’s • The Procurement in Practice project – Bituminous Local Indigenous Networks saw the number Resealing was delivered, with potential annual of Indigenous participants increase to 1711 savings of $630,000 for the participating councils – more than eight per cent of Victoria’s adult – Ararat, Ballarat, Golden Plains, Hepburn and the Indigenous population and an increase of more Pyrenees Shire. than 17 per cent in the year. • New car parking provisions were introduced into the Victoria Planning Provisions, including parking rates that reflect actual demand and a simpler way of implementing local parking plans. • The Planning and Environment Amendment (VicSmart Planning Assessment) Bill 2012 was introduced into Parliament, proposing a new quick and efficient assessment process for straightforward, low impact planning permit applications. • The Logical Inclusions review of the Urban Growth Boundary was released, outlining additions to Melbourne’s growth areas.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 9 Section 1: About the department Who we are
The Department of Planning and Community Development maintains a central role in managing Victoria’s growth and development and building stronger communities.
It achieves this by developing long-term plans for The department is structured around five Victoria’s regions and cities, investing in infrastructure organisational groups that work together to support and services, and supporting the development of its ministers and deliver the Victorian Government’s local communities. The department also provides priorities. The Aboriginal Affairs Taskforce and the research, policy and planning advice, and administers Local Government Investigations and Compliance legislation and regulations particularly in relation to Inspectorate are also located in the department. the land use planning system, protection of heritage assets and the local government system. DPCD’s regional teams provide a local presence for engagement with stakeholders around regional DPCD is committed to engaging communities Victoria. The offices are branded as Regional and businesses to plan for the future. It facilitates Development Victoria and provide an important partnerships across Victoria’s government, business integrated service in response to regional development, and community sectors and coordinates whole-of- land use planning, economic development and government responses to a broad range of economic, community infrastructure needs of local communities. social and environmental issues at a local, regional and state-wide level. Regional teams also support the Department of Business and Innovation (DBI) in the delivery of their programs regionally under a partnership model.
In addition, DPCD also works in conjunction with separate and independent statutory bodies, regional development associations, ministerial advisory committees and administrative offices. These organisations and committees are important partners in policy development, industry regulation and service delivery and are essential to the achievement of the department’s goals and outcomes.
10 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Our goal:
Planning communities that are great places to live.
Our directions:
DPCD has four departmental objectives, which link and drive the efforts of the department’s portfolios and agencies:
1. Planning communities for growth and change
2. Investing in communities
3. Growing regional and rural Victoria
4. Improving organisational performance
Strategic priorities:
The department’s key strategic priorities for 2011-12 include:
• implementing planning and regulatory reforms to assist in the management of population growth and infrastructure planning • developing planning strategies for metropolitan and regional areas experiencing significant growth and change • driving economic growth in regional and rural Victoria • partnering with business, communities, community and sporting organisations and councils to improve the way community and sporting facilities and infrastructure are planned and developed • working with and building the capacity of local governments, community and volunteer organisations in planning, service provision and the recognition and management of cultural heritage • delivering whole-of-government strategies to close the gap between Indigenous and non Indigenous Victorians and supporting the needs of Victorian veterans.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 11 Ministers
Left to right, top to bottom
Peter Ryan Deputy Premier Minister for Regional and Rural Development (Lead DPCD Minister) Hugh Delahunty Minister for Sport and Recreation Minister for Veterans’ Affairs Matthew Guy Minister for Planning Denis Napthine Minister for Regional Cities Jeanette Powell Minister for Local Government Minister for Aboriginal Affairs
DPCD provides advice and support to the Victorian Government through the above-mentioned ministers as well as the following parliamentary secretaries:
Damian Drum Parliamentary Secretary for Regional and Rural Development David Morris Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government
12 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Executive team
Left to right, top to bottom
Andrew Tongue Secretary Lachlan Bruce Deputy Secretary and Chief Executive Regional Development Victoria Prue Digby Deputy Secretary Planning, Building and Heritage Peter Hertan Deputy Secretary Sport and Recreation Victoria and Veterans’ Affairs Louise Hill Deputy Secretary Corporate Services Sue Jaquinot Deputy Secretary Local Government and Community Development
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 13 Andrew Tongue Secretary Organisational chart
Prue Digby Lachlan Bruce Deputy Secretary Deputy Secretary Chief Executive
Planning Building Regional and Heritage Development Victoria
Planning and State Planning • Infrastructure Development Building Reform Services and Urban • Policy and Planning • Housing and Building Development Victoria • Regional Programs
• Planning Policy • Urban Development and Recovery • State Planning • Statutory Planning • Business Services
Panels Services Systems Reform • Gover nment Heritage Victoria Land Monitor
Planning • Operations Strategic Planning • Strategy and Policy and Forecasting Groups Metropolitan • State Strategy Planning Strategy • Spatial Analysis Project and Research
• Architects Registration • Heritage Council • Regional Policy Board of Victoria of Victoria Advisory Committee • Architects Registration • Metropolitan Planning Board of Victoria Strategy Ministerial Tribunals Panel Advisory Committee • Building Advisory • Places Victoria Council • Plumbing Industry • Building Appeals Advisory Council Board • Plumbing Industry • Building Commission Commission • Building Practitioners • Victorian Planning Board System Ministerial • Building Regulations Advisory Committee Advisory Committee • World Heritage Management Plan
Public Bodies • Growth Areas Authority Steering Committee • Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution Hardship Relief Board
14 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Groups Public Bodies 15
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Over the past year DPCD has continued to successfully deliver on election commitments through a diverse and talented workforce. The DPCD executive team recognises that retaining and enhancing the skills of the current workforce is critical to ensure that DPCD’s contributions to whole-of- government priorities continue to be met.
In 2011-12 there were a number of initiatives and Our workforce improvements implemented across the workplace to create a positive and productive workplace DPCD’s workforce is spread across the whole of culture. There has been a strong focus on leadership Victoria in 26 locations. Over the past year there development, improved access to information has been considerable effort placed on developing technology, consolidation of accommodation, a strategic plan to consolidate all central business wellbeing and learning and development. district staff into one location. In addition, fit-out and consolidation works have continued in our regional In September 2011, DPCD welcomed Andrew locations, especially in towns where the department Tongue as the new secretary, following the retirement occupies more than one site. This work is helping of founding secretary Yehudi Blacher. In early 2012, to ensure DPCD is best positioned to deliver its a new organisational and leadership structure was programs and reach the department’s stakeholders introduced by the secretary to and clients and will continue over the next 12 months. optimise capacity across the organisation. The announcement of the Sustainable Government In the latter part of 2011-12, DPCD participated Initiative (SGI) in December 2011, has commenced in the People Matter survey, conducted by the shaping DPCD’s workforce profile. At 30 June 2012: State Services Authority. The survey aimed to help better understand where there are opportunities • our total workforce was 888 (compared with for improvement, identify key strengths and set a 973 at 30 June 2011) benchmark for future surveys. Initial survey results • the proportion of women in our workforce was showed that the majority of DPCD staff are proud to 59 per cent (60 per cent in 2010-11) work for the Victorian public service, are committed to ensuring customers receive a high standard of service • the average age of DPCD employees was and value the relationships with their colleagues. 45 years (44 in 2010-11).
In the forthcoming year considerable effort will In accordance with SGI objectives, DPCD will be made to address survey results which indicate continue to see a reduction in staffing numbers areas for improvement. Focus areas include through natural attrition, a freeze on recruitment, senior managers providing clear strategy and the lapsing of fixed-term contracts and, pending direction, communication from senior managers approval, voluntary departure packages. Throughout and improvements to the way change is this transition period there will be considerable effort implemented across the department. placed on workforce planning to strengthen the department’s capacity to perform and deliver on election commitments.
16 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Leadership development Learning and development
The department continued its strong emphasis on DPCD promotes a learning culture that focuses on leadership and management development through innovations and knowledge sharing. A range of new on-the-job learning as well as specific programs. learning initiatives were delivered using face-to-face Some key activities for 2011-12 were: and e-learning methods. These included:
• an executive 360 degree feedback process • new training programs on Presentation Skills, informed individual executive development plans Courageous Conversations and Mapping Your and identified group strengths and areas for Career Potential further development • new e-learning programs on Working@DPCD • a talent management review to identify and grow Induction, Living Our Values, and Working Together leadership talent within the department with Respect and Harmony • the DPCD Strategic Leaders Program, a six-month • enhancements to the Performance Management leadership development program for high potential Development Series for senior managers, including VPS6 staff the addition of a new module aimed at creating a • a selection of high-potential staff participated in the better performance culture Australian New Zealand School of Government and • development and launch of the Internal Capability Cranlana leadership development programs. Model, which resulted in the Training Taskforce being formed to facilitate training programs within Wellbeing the department • piloting of two new programs: Adapting to Change There was a strong focus in 2011-12 on building and Building Resilience; and Managing Conflict awareness of occupational health and safety (OHS) through Negotiation and Influencing. through training and delivery of a range of wellbeing A Regional Learning and Development Strategy has initiatives to support physical health. been developed and will be implemented in 2012-13. Many staff continued to access a range of wellbeing Key actions include: initiatives, such as flu vaccinations and skin checks. a Regional Capability Statement that sets out the All DPCD staff continue to have access to two days • priority capabilities for successful regional delivery volunteering leave per year. (general and specialist) and provides clarity and Executive briefing sessions and an OHS manager focus for future learning, development, training training program introduced proposed national laws and recruitment and reinforced compliance with existing legislative • actions to improve access to learning, development responsibilities under the Occupational Health and and training for regional staff and embed a culture Safety Act 2004. of learning In response to staff demand, subsidised gym • collaborative learning opportunities, for example memberships were expanded to include regional communities of practice for staff who require centres. Agreements were successfully negotiated development and maintenance of specialist skills with facilities in Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong, Traralgon and knowledge. and Wodonga. More details on employment principles and workforce data can be found in Appendix 3 on page 164.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 17 Improvements to the way we work The department also undertook a project which examined the operations of our back-of-house Throughout the year there has been a focus on business support services and developed a more improving our processes and looking at better ways coordinated and streamlined model. The new of working. Achievements have included: business services model aims to provide a consistent approach across the department, reduce areas • improvements to key processes including briefings of double handling and duplication and provide and correspondence, accounts payable, hospitality, broader roles and career paths for staff. The model possible parliamentary questions and delegations is supported by a documented Partnership Delivery • commencement of an approach to integrate Agreement that clearly outlines the tasks covered internal budget and workforce planning and by business support and where responsibility lies. reporting through an online information system Implementation of the model will continue throughout • improving productivity by completing a number the second half of 2012. of projects to improve network connections to our regional offices, and to upgrade all staff to the latest technology • establishment of a Business Improvement Committee to input into and provide feedback on corporate policy and process • development of guidelines and a toolkit to support the planning, implementation and evaluation of our corporate policies and processes.
18 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Inclusion
DPCD is committed to achieving a culture that is The Aboriginal Inclusion inclusive and embraces diversity and participation for Framework all. The DPCD Inclusion Framework focuses on the way we work internally with our managers and staff, The Aboriginal Inclusion Framework provides a whole- and our practices with our partners and stakeholders. of-government approach to improving Aboriginal The framework outlines how DPCD will achieve Victorians’ access to programs and services. the following: All Victorian Government departments are now • access to goods, services and facilities preparing Inclusion Action Plans using the Aboriginal Inclusion Framework and Action Plan guidelines • reduced barriers in obtaining and maintaining prepared by DPCD. Progress is overseen by the employment Secretaries’ Leadership Group on Aboriginal Affairs, • tangible changes in attitudes and practices that chaired by the secretary of DPCD. promote rights • participation in, and by, the community. Sport and Recreation Victoria These outcomes are aligned against requirements for Victorian public sector bodies under Section 38 Universal Design principles, which aim to make of the Disability Act 2006 and other legislation and the built environment accessible to all, have been policy requirements, including diversity and human incorporated into the application guidelines and rights reporting. funding conditions for all major projects, major events and community facility funding to ensure that people with diverse needs are catered for at major sporting DPCD Aboriginal and Torres Strait events and community facilities. Islander Employment Strategy
DPCD’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Disability Employment Advisory Employment Strategy and Action Plan outline Service (DEAS) immediate steps to be taken in order to deliver better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait The service aims to increase opportunities for people Islander employees. with a disability to access and gain employment. In 2011-12 the service’s role was realigned to place In 2011-12 DPCD contributed to Aboriginal and more emphasis on retaining staff with a disability. Torres Strait Islander employment, in part through the following activities: Online e-learning modules • three staff forums focusing on learning and In January 2012 DPCD launched two online development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait e-learning modules called “Living our Values” and Islander employees ‘Working with Respect and Harmony”. Both modules • seven Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trainees aim to create a positive workplace culture ensuring completing their Certificate III in Business staff work with dignity and respect and enjoy coming • four Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trainees to work. commencing their Certificate III in Business.
Within the department, 4.2 per cent of staff have identified as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 19 Victoria’s Volunteering Portal Diversity reporting
The Volunteering Portal is an online community and DPCD actions addressing the needs of culturally information resource for Victorian volunteers and and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities volunteering organisations. It is designed to make and Indigenous Victorians are detailed in specific it easier for people to volunteer and for community annual whole-of-government reports. These reports organisations to recruit volunteers. During 2011-12 summarise the activities of DPCD and other Victorian an external accessibility audit of the portal resulted Government departments. The reports are available in coding improvements that were recognised by on the following websites: accessibility experts for their quality in reaching accessibility standards. CALD communities; www.multicultural.vic.gov.au Not for Profit Compliance Indigenous Victorians; Support Centre www.aboriginalaffairs.vic.gov.au Please note that the timing and release of the reports The Not for Profit Compliance Support Centre is for the categories noted above may differ, depending a single, online point of entry for organisations to on when each report is collated by the respective access regulatory information such as licenses, government body. forms and related compliance resources. It is designed to quickly guide visitors to the relevant compliance information they require to complete a range of tasks. A full accessibility audit of the centre was commissioned prior to its launch in March 2012. The site was tested against AA accessibility guidelines and required changes to content, code and design were incorporated.
As with Victoria’s Volunteering Portal, BrowseAloud software facilitates access to website content for all readers.
20 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Whole-of-government priorities: DPCD contributions
DPCD’s central role in managing Victoria’s growth and development and building stronger communities sees the department working in cooperation with other government departments and agencies on a broad range of issues.
Metropolitan Planning Strategy Emergency response – bushfire recovery The Metropolitan Planning Strategy along with eight Regional Growth Plans will form a framework for the The Victorian Government remains committed state’s ongoing liveability, productivity, investment and to supporting communities affected by the 2009 jobs for the next 30 to 40 years. bushfires with a wide range of services available to assist with recovery. The strategy is being developed with the Department of Transport and other state agencies. It will both The Fire Recovery Unit was established on inform and respond to the development and 1 July 2011, succeeding the Victorian Bushfire implementation of other strategies such as the Reconstruction and Recovery Authority. An important Victorian Freight and Logistics Plan and Living interface between bushfire-affected individuals and Melbourne Living Victoria, a plan to improve urban communities and the State Government, the unit water systems. assists fire-affected people to access services across all areas of government. As part of the development of the government’s shared vision for Victoria, the Minister for It provides information through a monthly newsletter, Planning launched a website in May, a dedicated 1800 number and email address and www.planmelbourne.vic.gov.au, encouraging community engagement coordinators who are all Victorians to have their say on the future. regionally-based points of contact for communities The website features online forums and fact sheets and councils. The unit also monitors and reports on on 10 key themes including people, housing, rebuilding progress. In 2011-12 this included the transport, environment, economy, communities, publication of the Victorian Bushfire Recovery Three freight, infrastructure, regional areas and Year Report and a Bushfire Recovery Services Guide. peri-urban areas. In 2011-12 the government provided a further The Minister for Planning also announced the $5.2 million to support ongoing economic recovery establishment of a Ministerial Advisory Committee in Marysville. This included over $4 million towards to guide the development of the strategy, chaired interest rate subsidies, an interpretive tourism by Melbourne-based international urban planner product, and support for the Marysville and Triangle Professor Roz Hansen. Economic Leadership Group.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 21 RDV purchased the site for a hotel and conference Other DPCD contributions to the State Government centre in October 2011 and work commenced priority of bushfire recovery include: on attracting a developer, including preparing a prospectus and launching the expression of interest • implementing the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal process. Development of the centre will stimulate Commission recommendations for planning the economic recovery of the township by creating and building, such as developing the Bushfire employment opportunities, encouraging tourism and Management Overlay and helping to introduce providing confidence for other businesses to invest in the Bushfire Buy-Back Scheme the area. • delivering the Rebuilding Advisory Service which has been critical in assisting people to rebuild by providing advice on all aspects of building and planning controls • administering the Building Permit Fee Reimbursement Program to provide financial relief for people whose properties were bushfire-affected • developing the Community Leadership and Capacity Building Program to assist community groups to foster resilience, manage the impact of volunteer fatigue and encourage leadership development.
The government continues to work closely with affected communities to ensure the services being provided meet the emotional health and wellbeing needs of those who need help with their recovery.
22 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Emergency response – Supporting Aboriginal Victorians flood response and recovery DPCD works with all departments to ensure a DPCD continues to play an important role in a whole- coordinated and focused approach to Aboriginal of-government response to flood recovery through affairs in Victoria. Particular focus is given to areas delivering a range of support activities and initiatives. critical to reducing disadvantage; early childhood, These include: education, child protection, family violence, justice, health, community engagement, employment, • providing economic flood recovery officers for training and economic participation. severely affected local governments in partnership with the Department of Human Services The Aboriginal Affairs Taskforce in DPCD facilitates • delivering a $2 million Flood Recovery Community whole-of-government coordination and oversees Infrastructure Fund to repair and restore vital implementation of the Victorian Indigenous Affairs community facilities damaged in the March and Framework (VIAF). June 2012 flood events In 2011-12, the major components of this • continuing to support investment and job creation whole-of-government response included: in flood-affected areas through the extension of the Victorian Business Flood Recovery Fund • overseeing work to strengthen the VIAF, the Victorian Government’s overarching framework • continuing to play a critical role in the and strategy for Aboriginal affairs interdepartmental Secretaries’ Flood Recovery Group. • reporting on progress towards commitments to close the gaps in outcomes between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Victorians through the Victorian Government Indigenous Affairs Report 2010-11, tabled in Parliament on 29 March 2012 • chairing the Secretaries’ Leadership Group on Aboriginal Affairs, through which DPCD leads whole-of-government strategies and actions • providing guidelines to departments on the preparation of departmental Aboriginal Inclusion or Action Plans, to provide better access to programs and services
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 23 • coordinating implementation of the Council • commencing development of the Local of Australian Governments (COAG) National Government Aboriginal Partnership Project Indigenous Reform Agreement and the COAG together with local government organisations, National Partnership on Indigenous Economic representatives of the three tiers of government Participation across the Victorian Government and Reconciliation Victoria • overseeing the Overarching Bilateral Indigenous • implementing the Indigenous Family Violence Plan between Victoria and the Commonwealth Partnership’s 10-year plan and providing secretariat Government aimed at closing gaps in life support for the Partnership Forum, which brings expectancy, child mortality, employment and together senior representatives across several education between Indigenous and non- government departments and members of the Indigenous Australians Indigenous community • facilitating delivery of the Victorian Aboriginal • chairing the Joint Agency Group which brings Economic Development Agenda to strengthen together state and federal government agencies Aboriginal Victorians’ participation in education, and Aboriginal peak bodies to build a better training, work, business and leadership. understanding of Aboriginal community sector needs in Victoria and coordinate efforts to Aboriginal Affairs Victoria contributes to the goals address them of the VIAF through work with the Victorian • continuing to partner with Aboriginal Traditional Indigenous community in governance, leadership, Owner organisations and Victorian Government community development and capacity building agencies on a range of capacity development and and through the protection and management of operational sustainability initiatives. Aboriginal cultural heritage.
In 2011-12 whole-of-government activities included:
• continued support for the operation of Victoria’s 39 Local Indigenous Networks, which have more than 1700 participants and are developing partnerships with all levels government to plan and undertake projects at the community level to improve the lives of Indigenous Victorians • state-wide consultations with Victoria’s Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal peak organisations and Victorian Government agencies to identify ways to strengthen the Victorian Indigenous Affairs Framework (VIAF) through more effective community engagement • leading the review of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 under the guidance of an advisory group of external stakeholders and in consultation with a cross-government working group
24 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Office for the Community Sector
Through the Office for the Community Sector, DPCD leads Victorian Government activities to strengthen the not-for-profit community sector. The sector delivers an estimated $2.2 billion in community services including opportunities to undertake further learning, participate in sport and the arts, and protect local heritage and the environment.
In 2011-12 this work contributed to whole-of- government priorities through:
• reducing the administrative and regulatory compliance burden on not-for-profit community organisations through initiatives such as the Standard Chart of Accounts and the Victorian Common Funding Agreement • establishing the Not For Profit Compliance Support Centre, www.nfpcompliance.vic.gov.au, an online resource providing a single entry point for community organisations to access all relevant government regulation, licenses, forms and related support material • supporting not for profits to broaden their funding base by engaging more effectively with the emerging social finance market.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 25 Section 2: Output performance
The following section provides details of the department’s performance against 2011-12 Budget Paper No. 3 (Service Delivery) budget outputs as at 30 June 2012, including results against annual targets.
The two previous years (2009-10 and 2010 -11) have also been included in the tables below to show the changes that have occurred over the past three years.
2011-12
Output group Outputs Metropolitan and regional planning and development Regional Development and Regional Cities Planning Investing in communities Community Development Indigenous Community and Cultural Development Veterans’ Affairs Local Government Sport and Recreation Development
2010-11
Following machinery-of-government changes after the state election in November 2010, DPCD’s output structure for 2010-11 was amended as follows:
Outputs Incoming/Outgoing Transferred to/from Regional Economic Development, Incoming Department of Business and Innovation Investment and Promotion Regional Infrastructure Development Incoming Department of Business and Innovation
Adult, Community and Further Education Outgoing Department of Education and Early Childhood Development Women’s Policy Outgoing Department of Human Services Disability Outgoing Department of Human Services Youth Affairs Outgoing Department of Human Services Seniors and Veterans Outgoing Seniors output only transferred to Department of Health
26 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 DPCD’s output structure for 2010 -11 at 30 June 2011 was therefore as follows:
Output group Outputs Planning communities for growth and change Planning Regional Infrastructure Development Regional Economic Development, Investment and Promotion Strengthening communities and promoting inclusion Veterans’ Affairs Indigenous Community and Cultural Development Sport and Recreation Development Investing in community capacity and infrastructure Community Development Developing the Local Government Sector
2009-10
The department’s output structure for 2009-10 was:
Output group Outputs Planning for liveable communities Planning Opportunities for participation Youth Affairs Women’s Policy Disability Seniors and Veterans Indigenous Community and Cultural Development Adult Community and Further Education Sport and Recreation Development Access to housing, infrastructure, jobs and services Community Development Developing the Local Government Sector
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 27 Metropolitan and regional planning and development
Regional Development This output group aims to address future growth and change and and Regional Cities create new prosperity, more Performance in action opportunity and a better quality of life in metropolitan, regional and The Regional Growth Fund rural Victoria by: The centrepiece of the government’s regional • strengthening the economic base of development policy is the $1 billion Regional Growth regional Victoria to create more jobs Fund (RGF) launched in July 2011. It aims to and improve career opportunities strengthen the economic and social base of regional Victoria through: • facilitating land supply in growth areas while preserving open space and • investing in enabling infrastructure in line with local agricultural needs priorities identified in Regional Strategic Plans • providing better infrastructure, facilities • providing direct support to communities facing and services in regional and rural Victoria economic challenges, including the Latrobe Valley • delivering urban renewal, design and Northern Victorian irrigation communities and development • supporting local solutions to improve services, • streamlining planning regulation community infrastructure, skills and leadership in and systems regional and rural communities • administering the planning system and • supporting the supply of reliable energy and water statutory responsibilities of the Minister sources to regional communities and industry. for Planning The fund has helped create and maintain jobs and • protecting and managing Victoria’s improve career options for regional Victorians through cultural and natural heritage supporting regional businesses to grow and take • guiding the development and advantage of development opportunities in areas implementation of regional and such as food manufacturing and aerospace. As at metropolitan plans. 30 June 2012, 481 projects have been announced to the value of $161 million, leveraging total investments of almost $433 million. RGF – Local Government Infrastructure Fund The Local Government Infrastructure Program component of the RGF aims to provide regional and rural councils with certainty to plan for and build new infrastructure or renew assets. All 48 rural and regional councils in Victoria share in $100 million of extra funding over four years to assist with local infrastructure projects and help take pressure off the rates base of local communities.
In 2011-12, almost $74 million has been committed for 266 approved projects with a total value of over $162 million.
28 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 RGF – Putting Locals First Program A further $2 million was committed to the Mildura Riverfront Parkland Development in February 2012, The Putting Locals First Program component of bringing funding through Regional Development the RGF is designed to enable regional communities Victoria to $7 million for this upgrade of sporting and to devise and deliver service and infrastructure tourism facilities on the Mildura riverfront. responses which reflect local priorities. In June 2012, the Victorian Government committed In 2011-12, $12.5 million was allocated to 138 $4.4 million ($3.9 million from the RGF) towards an projects under the Putting Locals First Program. upgrade of the SPC Ardmona plant in Shepparton, Examples of projects supported include: one of the largest food processors in the Goulburn • $500,000 to Moira Shire Council to build a Valley. The manufacturing plant and equipment will $1.6 million sports centre and community hub be modernised, which will increase efficiency and at the Katamatite recreation reserve reduce costs. • $40,000 to Bulmer Farm Fresh Vegetables at RGF – Energy for the Regions Lindenow, Gippsland for a $240,000 project to generate new distribution channels creating The Energy for the Regions Program was launched 10 new jobs in March 2011. The program will invest $100 million to extend natural gas across regional Victoria and • $30,000 to the Great Ocean Road Coast encourage greater investment in the regions. Committee to undertake the Point Grey Precinct Redevelopment Plan. The program has three broad initiatives:
RGF – Economic infrastructure • supporting the delivery of natural gas to priority towns In 2011-12, the Economic Infrastructure Program commenced, supporting strategic infrastructure • investing in a major upgrade of Mildura’s natural development and helping to create more liveable, gas supply capacity productive and sustainable regional communities. • investing $1 million in a feasibility study into This program continues the department’s focus of providing natural gas to Victorian communities investing in infrastructure to increase jobs, attract new along the Murray River. industry and improve services in regional Victoria. Mildura and Huntly will be the first towns to receive The Economic Infrastructure Program will contribute natural gas after the government reached agreement $15 million towards the construction of the Geelong with gas distributors on two regional gas projects. library and heritage centre precinct, which will In May 2012 the Minister for Regional and Rural include library collections, an auditorium, cultural Development announced a revised delivery strategy history displays and exhibition spaces. Funding was to introduce additional competition in the energy approved in November 2011. marketplace which includes exploring alternative delivery options. The revised strategy will commence in the second half of 2012.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 29 Bushfire recovery The roadmap will support the Latrobe Valley to manage the structural adjustment challenges The Fire Recovery Unit was established on 1 July expected with the introduction of the national 2011, providing continuity of government support carbon price. and oversight for the bushfire reconstruction and recovery effort. The Victorian and Commonwealth Governments are working collaboratively to support the region’s The unit assisted fire-affected people and transition. As part of a state-federal agreement, the communities, including through a 1800 helpline Latrobe Valley Transition Committee was established, and email address, responding to around a 1000 comprising of local leaders from the government, enquiries in 2011-12. The unit’s three regionally-based business, union, education and community community engagement coordinators responded services sectors. to an additional 400 enquiries per month on a range of recovery-related issues. They also assisted The roadmap’s development over 14 months was with the delivery of recovery projects including the underpinned by intensive research and engagement Grand Ridge Trail (Gippsland), Castella Central Park with the region, and responds directly to advice from (Kinglake) and the Yarra Glen District Men’s Shed. the Transition Committee. The Victorian Bushfire Recovery Three Year Report Regional Victoria Living Expo was released in February 2012. The report outlines The inaugural Regional Victoria Living Expo was held the progress and achievements made in the ongoing at the Melbourne Convention Centre on 27-29 April fire recovery. A monthly newsletter on support and 2012 and attracted more than 8000 visitors. services available and a whole-of-government Bushfire Recovery Services Guide were also The Expo highlighted the broad range of opportunities published during the year. for a better quality of life in regional Victoria, particularly to Melburnians interested in moving to Establishing a new hotel and conference centre the regions. The 137 exhibitors included the state’s in Marysville (with up to $19 million Victorian 48 regional and rural councils. Government funding and partnership with the private sector) was identified as one of the most critical To assist in the delivery of the event, Expo catalyst projects to assist the economic regeneration Ambassadors and charity partners were secured of Marysville. DPCD worked with Tourism Victoria, and promoted the expo through the Herald Sun, the Department of Business and Innovation and the Channel 7, 3AW and Triple M. Murrindindi Shire Council on further developing the project in 2011-12. To gauge the outcomes of the event, an independent feedback study was commissioned. The study Latrobe Valley Industry and showed that on average, visitors spent 80 minutes at Employment Roadmap the Expo, with most saying they would be undertaking some form of follow-up activity, such as visiting the The Latrobe Valley Industry and Employment exhibitors’ websites (88 per cent) and making further Roadmap provides a long-term strategic framework enquiries with some exhibitors (72 per cent). It also to guide investment for industry and employment highlighted that 85 per cent of attendees indicated growth in the region. Delivering on a key election they would visit the parts of Victoria in which they commitment, the roadmap was approved by the are interested. Victorian Government in June 2012.
30 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Many regional and rural councils indicated a high Flood recovery support level of genuine enquiries received since the Expo. To capitalise fully on the event’s popularity, a number DPCD has continued to play a lead role in of councils subsequently undertook local events, responding to the flood events of 2010, 2011 and including an open day held by Greater Geelong more recently, 2012. City Council for people interested in relocating to In partnership with the Department of Sustainability the region. and Environment, we continued to successfully Regional Cities deliver the $30 million Flood Recovery Community Infrastructure Fund. To date, more $6.6 million Victoria’s regions, and in particular its regional cities, in grants from an $8 million allocation to local have the capacity to accommodate a larger share governments and committees of management has of the state’s future growth. Through the Regional been approved to repair and restore flood-damaged Cities portfolio, DPCD provides leadership on community facilities. developing place-based and integrated approaches to government investment, planning and policy. The $10 million Victorian Business Flood Recovery The portfolio focuses on 10 regional cities: Geelong, Fund commenced on 1 July 2011. Through the fund, Ballarat, Warrnambool, Horsham, Mildura, Bendigo, RDV worked with the Department of Business and Shepparton, Wangaratta, Wodonga, and Latrobe. Innovation to identify projects within flood affected areas that will support investment and create jobs in The priority during 2011-12 has been overseeing regional Victoria. The fund supported over $7 million delivery of more than 90 government election in grants for projects that will create over 550 jobs in commitments in regional cities including: regional areas affected by the 2010-2011 floods. redevelopment of the Geelong football grounds which included a new Community Wellness and Funding was extended to local governments for Education Centre; the development of the Sandhurst flood recovery officers, with a total of $2.6 million Theatre complex in Bendigo; and the completion of allocated, to ensure important recovery activities can the intermodal freight terminal near Horsham. continue and necessary support remains available for communities impacted by the floods. Nineteen flood Critical to the delivery of the portfolio is a strong recovery officers were employed, with a number of working partnership with Regional Cities Victoria positions having been extended. (RCV) which represents the 10 focus cities and key business and industry networks. Future priorities 2012-13 In 2011-12 the government supported RCV to strengthen their evidence base through a $20,000 Regional and rural Victoria has an open and grant to update the 2008-09 Implications of diverse economy characterised by excellent quality Population Growth on Infrastructure and Resources agricultural industries, a highly skilled workforce and in Regional Cities. Also supported were the annual strong growth in the services sector. Its economic Celebrating Regional Cites Week and the inaugural strengths are complemented by its diversity of annual Regional Cities Business and Industry Leaders communities, ranging from large regional cities to Forum to discuss economic growth and the important small towns and rural settlements. role regional cities play in the prosperity of the State.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 31 The task for government is to continue building on the • managing the Regional Development Australia strengths of the regions and maintain growth in the program in Victoria, and ensuring that integration face of economic challenges. The strong currency is between State and Federal Government investment impacting on Victoria’s export and import replacing decisions is maximised sectors and the introduction of the carbon price is • working with other departments to deliver key also expected to increase input costs, particularly Regional Growth Fund investments such as the for energy. new training places created via the Regional Partnership Facilitation Fund and the economic and Regional and rural Victoria holds the key to balancing environmental sustainability of the Gippsland Lakes the state’s future growth. In recent times Melbourne, through the Gippsland Lakes Environmental Fund and in particular the outer suburbs, have experienced comparatively high population growth. Boosting • developing the evidence base to underpin growth in regional Victoria can improve quality of government policy and decision making for regional life in regional areas and help to reduce pressures cities strategic growth plans on Melbourne. • implementing the Rural Councils Victoria “Networked Rural Councils” year two program The government’s integrated approach to regional • providing a clear point of contact for information and rural development is based on empowering and connection to the State Government for communities to make decisions and is backed by a communities impacted by the 2009 bushfires, significant package of targeted funding programs, including support during the transition from including the Regional Growth Fund. bushfire-specific services to mainstream services Priorities for 2012-13 include: • promoting investment and lifestyle opportunities in regional Victoria through the Regional • continuing to implement Regional Growth Victoria Living Expo and the ‘Good Move’ Fund initiatives, including the Local Government advertising campaign Infrastructure Program, the Developing Stronger Regions Program and the Putting Locals • supporting and strengthening the capacity of First Program Victoria’s community leadership programs • progressing delivery of natural gas to priority towns • supporting communities heavily impacted by the through the Energy for the Regions Program 2011 and 2012 floods • supporting major economic and community • continuing to work with the Victorian Farmers’ infrastructure projects such as the Geelong Library Markets Association to support and develop and Heritage Centre Precinct and the upgrade to farmers’ markets throughout regional Victoria SPC Ardmona and Melbourne. • supporting the Regional Policy Advisory Committee to advise ministers in relation to regional development issues and policy responses • assisting regions to manage structural adjustment pressures, such as the Latrobe Valley through the Latrobe Valley Industry and Employment Roadmap, and areas of northern Victoria impacted by the Murray Darling Basin Plan
32 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual Regional Development and Regional Cities Guide the development and implementation of regional plans to manage growth and change in regional and rural Victoria. Provide better infrastructure, facilities and services to strengthen the economic base of communities and to create jobs and improve career opportunities for regional Victorians. This output contributes to the DPCD objectives of growing regional and rural Victoria and planning communities for growth and change.
Quantity
Economic development, service delivery and community capacity projects funded number 140 1581 Energy for the Regions program: Number of towns included number 4 22 Regional infrastructure projects funded number 100 101 Rural councils participating in Rural Councils Victoria (RCV) network number 38 38 Quality Participant satisfaction with implementation of Regional Development Victoria per cent 80 86 (RDV) programs Putting Locals First Fund projects recommended by Regional Development per cent 85 1003 Committees approved for funding Regional councils participating at the Regional Victoria Living Expo per cent 80 1004 Stakeholder satisfaction with RDV support for Regional Strategic Planning per cent 75 1005 Timeliness Advice provided to government about the bushfire reconstruction and recovery per cent 100 100 process within agreed timelines Grants acquitted within the timeframe specified in the terms and conditions per cent 75 1006 of the funding agreement: Local Government Infrastructure Account Cost Total output cost $ million 180.5 173.5
1 Take up of RDV programs were marginally stronger than expected during the financial year. 2 The procurement process implemented by RDV to deliver the Program did not illicit a strong response from the gas distribution businesses, with the majority of bids received not acceptable. At the close of this process agreement has been reached on two regional gas projects in Mildura and Huntly. The next stage of Program delivery involves a broadened strategy to engage natural gas suppliers in both the conventional pipeline and alternative delivery markets. The new strategy, expected to commence in the second half of 2012, includes a plan to offer incumbent gas distributors a fixed subsidy ‘bounty’ amount to supply priority towns. In addition, bids will be invited from the market for a compressed (CNG) or liquefied (LNG) natural gas delivery system and local town reticulation networks. 3 All projects recommended by RDA Committees were approved by the Minister. 4 All 48 regional and rural councils participated (100%) in the inaugural Expo. 5 All five regional stakeholders expressed satisfaction with the support provided. 6 No grants were required to be acquitted in the current financial year.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 33 Planning Regional Growth Plans The consultation and engagement phase for Performance in action eight Regional Growth Plans has involved local government, industry and the community. A vision for Victoria The plans cover the Central Highlands, G21 (Barwon), Preparation of a comprehensive long-term vision for Gippsland, Great South Coast, Hume, Loddon Victoria is progressing through development of a new Mallee North, Loddon Mallee South and Wimmera Metropolitan Planning Strategy and eight Regional Southern Mallee regions. Discussion and input on Growth Plans. These critical planning documents will broad strategic land use plans has taken place with assist in managing Victoria’s growth and change and more detailed growth frameworks being developed for will guide future decisions about transport, housing key urban centres. The G21 (Barwon) draft Regional and infrastructure for the next 30 to 40 years. Growth Plan was released for public comment in April 2012. The plans will identify important environmental, Metropolitan Planning Strategy economic and cultural resources and guide future The new Metropolitan Planning Strategy was infrastructure investment and residential, employment, announced in May 2011. A series of ministerial forums industrial, commercial, agricultural and other rural were held with local government and industry peak land use. Data review, integrated issues analysis bodies in October 2011 to explore the challenges and plan development are nearing completion and facing Victoria. These were followed by public the preparation of the remaining draft plans will consultation and the launch of a dedicated website, commence in 2012-13. The Regional Growth Plans www.planmelbourne.vic.gov.au, which includes are due for completion by late 2013. online forums and fact sheets around 10 key themes. Planning reform The department has undertaken a range of technical DPCD has initiated a range of reforms to cut red investigations to inform the new strategy. These tape, create a fairer and more efficient planning include research into where growth and change will system, create savings for Victorian households occur, gaps in the public transport system and its link and businesses and promote growth by freeing up to future communities and the type of infrastructure constraints to investment. These include: required for existing and new communities. • the Planning and Environment Amendment A Ministerial Advisory Committee, chaired by (VicSmart Planning Assessment) Bill 2012, international urban planner Professor Roz Hansen, which will introduce VicSmart, a simpler was established in May 2012 to provide advice on assessment process for straightforward, low the content of the new strategy and the approach impact planning permit applications allowing to engaging the community, local government and such proposals to be dealt with more quickly other stakeholders. and efficiently The Metropolitan Planning Strategy is expected to be • creating better residential, farming, commercial completed in the second half of 2013. and industrial zones to give communities, industry groups, developers and councils clearer guidance about development outcomes expected in an area and more flexibility around land use
34 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 • major reforms to the development contributions framework that will introduce a new standardised levy system based on five infrastructure categories: community facilities, open space facilities, transport infrastructure, drainage infrastructure and public land • new car parking provisions that update the car parking requirements for new use and development and enable councils to introduce more locally responsive car parking requirements. Bushfire planning, building and recovery for communities As part of the department’s commitment to strengthening community resilience to bushfire, an integrated package of planning and building reforms was delivered at the end of 2011. The reforms address key recommendations made by the Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission with the overriding purpose to prioritise human life by giving greater consideration to bushfire. These include:
• the Building Amendment (Bushfire Construction) Regulations 2011, which applies a minimum construction standard to bushfire prone areas and a new map designating bushfire prone areas for Victoria • improved bushfire planning provisions which include a new Bushfire Management Overlay that designates areas of high bushfire hazard. Development in high hazard areas now must consider building placement, emergency access and water supply.
The Bushfire Rebuilding Advisory Service continues to provide information and advice on all aspects of rebuilding homes destroyed by the 2009 bushfires. The service assisted 512 households and recorded 3662 contacts in the past year, with a total of 1139 households and 8116 contacts since it started in 2009. The service has also been extended to advise people affected by the March 2012 floods in northern Victoria.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 35 Rural Council Planning Flying Squad Urban renewal The Rural Council Planning Flying Squad was Amendment VC92 to the Victoria Planning Provisions established in November 2011. The program allows provided further direction for urban renewal projects regional councils to access expert and technical at Fishermans Bend, E-Gate and Richmond railway assistance on issues such as major projects and station. The State Planning Policy Framework was developments, long-term land use and strategic changed to specifically reference these three locations plans, as well as immediate support with planning as areas for mixed use urban renewal. permits and amendments. As at 30 June 2012, the Flying Squad had either commenced or The department commenced delivery of the completed projects to the value of $313,180 based Fishermans Bend Urban Renewal Project by on 16 formal applications received from rural councils. rezoning 240 hectares to the Capital City Zone and expanding Melbourne’s CBD. The project is expected Heritage Victoria to accommodate over 50,000 new dwellings including commercial, office and community facilities Heritage Victoria continued to perform its role of to meet the government’s long-term aims for inner identifying, protecting and interpreting Victoria’s most urban regeneration. significant cultural heritage resources in 2011-12 and made this information more accessible through the Ensuring land supply launch of an iPhone app. At the conclusion of an independent review of Heritage permits and permit exemptions were issued Melbourne’s growth boundary amendments to the for $672 million of works to places included in the Cardinia, Casey, Hume, Melton, Mitchell, Whittlesea Victorian Heritage Register. Twenty-five new places and Wyndham Planning Schemes were made. and objects were added to the Victorian Heritage These amendments enable the inclusion of 5,958 Register including the youngest building yet, the 1987 hectares in the Urban Growth Boundary to ensure Greg Burgess-designed St Michael and St John adequate long-term land supply and enable planning Catholic Church in Horsham. for population growth to be completed well ahead of time. In February 2012, Heritage Victoria announced 13 heritage grants totalling $1.13 million. Projects include Community Works Program support for conservation and restoration works for The Community Works Program was announced in community buildings in Mildura and Nagambie, April 2012 providing $6.9 million in funding to help repairs to a dairy and apple store at Briars Homestead revitalise municipalities, stimulate investment through in Mount Martha and revival of the Yarra Glen station key infrastructure projects and create jobs. Grants building for tourist and local use. of up to $200,000 will be made available to councils Heritage Victoria finalised residential and commercial for physical infrastructure projects such as streets, heritage sustainability studies that quantify the value walkways, playground fences, bike paths, bridges, of changes to improve environmental performance in open space, plazas, squares, transportation hubs, heritage buildings. gateways, parks, waterfronts and natural features through an application process. Heritage Victoria hosted fieldwork on the Clarence, wrecked near St Leonards in 1850, as part of a landmark three-year research project on shipwreck protection involving 10 partner organisations from across Australia.
36 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Central Activities Areas Frankston Activities Area The Central Activities Areas (CAAs) program includes • The Young Street Refresh project was completed seven of the largest centres of activity outside the resulting in an improved streetscape and Melbourne CBD, with the greatest variety of uses and improvements around the railway station. functions. The centres are: Box Hill, Broadmeadows, The Victorian Government contributed $300,000 Dandenong, Footscray, Frankston, Geelong and towards the project. Ringwood. Significant developments during 2011-12 include the following. Box Hill Activities Area • An access and mobility plan was completed in Broadmeadows Activities Area partnership with the council, VicRoads and the • The Broadmeadows Structure Plan was Department of Transport to help guide access adopted by Hume City Council in March 2012, and transport improvements. after three years of collaboration by DPCD and the council and the engagement of the wider Environment assessment community. The plan sets out the long term vision The government’s response to the 2011 Inquiry for Broadmeadows. into Victoria’s Environment Effects Statement (EES) process was released in March 2012. As a Dandenong Activities Area result DPCD, in conjunction with other agencies, • The new eight-storey Government Services Office has developed a draft proposal for reform that will be in Central Dandenong opened in April 2012. considered by the government in the coming year. The building sets new benchmarks for design In addition, the department has developed inter- and sustainability. It will be a service delivery hub agency arrangements to ensure statutory processes for the Department of Justice and Department of for major projects are aligned. Human Services in the south east. The department’s environment assessment work during the year focussed on significant mining, Footscray Activities Area highway duplication, wind farm and gas power • The Footscray Public Safety CCTV System was station projects representing expected investments launched to improve community safety in public totalling more than $2 billion. Approvals for the spaces in central Footscray – 31 cameras were construction phase of the Regional Rail Link project activated across 16 locations. The Victorian were completed, while investigation of the operational Government contributed $440,000 noise impacts of this project continued. • The former Binks Ford site in Footscray was rezoned to open up development and land use opportunities that can integrate with Footscray Station and stimulate further investment.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 37 Victoria in Future 2012 Peri-urban planning unit A new edition of Victoria’s population and household DPCD began a technical assessment of strategic projections was released in April 2012. Victoria in issues that affect land use, development and decision- Future 2012, based on the 2011 Australian Bureau making in Melbourne’s peri-urban region after of Statistics population estimates, covers the period consulting with 28 peri-urban councils. A common 2011 to 2051 for Victoria, metropolitan Melbourne database is being developed across the peri-urban and regional Victoria. Projections for smaller region. The work will inform the preparation of geographical areas, such as local government areas localised planning statements for the Bellarine and regional statistical divisions cover the period Peninsula, Macedon Ranges, Mornington Peninsula 2011 to 2031. The projections are used by Victorian and Yarra Valley. Government departments in infrastructure, service The unit has been undertaking an audit of green and land use planning as well as by industry and wedge land use with councils and other departments community stakeholders. and agencies; provided input to the preparation of the Regional Growth Plans and the Metropolitan Planning Strategy; and helped councils progress their Green Wedge Management Plans.
38 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Future priorities 2012-13 Planning, Building and Heritage will continue to support communities in protecting their heritage through: Managing the challenges of growth and change • publishing new guidelines to assist owners in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria of period housing to improve environmental continues to be a key driver for the department. performance while retaining heritage values In 2012-13, work will progress on developing the • delivering a toolkit and guidance to help local Metropolitan Planning Strategy and Regional Growth governments prepare heritage strategies Plans to build on the strengths of Melbourne and regional Victoria and enhance linkages between • assisting local government and not for profit them for the long-term. organisations to manage heritage places and objects of local, cultural importance. Because of their significant contribution to Victoria’s economy, essential reforms in the statutory planning, The department will continue working to improve building and heritage systems will be identified and community resilience through addressing risks and implemented over the next two years consistent with hazards in strategic and statutory planning and the government’s commitment to reduce red tape, building activities, such as: generate savings and reduce input costs. This will be • developing an improved planning and building achieved through: framework for the way in which hazards are dealt • implementing the new VicSmart assessment with, in line with an overall objective of addressing process for straightforward, low impact planning all hazards permit applications • developing options for identifying and managing • finalising and implementing improved residential, contaminated land in Victoria rural and commercial zones • continuing to provide support to local governments • delivering amendments and legislative reforms to through the Coastal Planning Program to the Environment Effects Act, the Heritage Act and advance the land use components of their coastal the Planning and Environment Act adaptation planning • implementing the outcomes of the green • completing implementation of government wedge audit commitments to planning and building recommendations made by the Victorian Bushfire • delivering coordinated major project assessment Royal Commission and approvals requirements for significant projects • overseeing the statutory processes expected to • implementing a streamlined planning scheme commence for the multi-billion dollar East West amendment authorisation process including the Link road project, the Melbourne Metro rail tunnel capacity to give authorisations by email and a number of other major infrastructure and • reforming the governance framework for the private sector projects that are expected building system including the need for more in 2012-13. intensive monitoring and enforcement • continuing to implement the findings of the Victorian Planning System Ministerial Advisory Committee in relation to the planning scheme amendment process and ministerial amendments.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 39 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual Planning Address the future growth and change in metropolitan and regional Victoria through the delivery of urban development, design and renewal; facilitate land supply in growth areas whilst preserving open space and agricultural needs; streamline regulatory and statutory planning; support heritage conservation projects; administer the statutory responsibilities of the Minister for Planning; and provide a fair and transparent planning system. This output contributes to the DPCD objective of planning communities for growth and change. Quantity Complete annual Urban Development Program analysis of supply, demand and number 1 1 adequacy of residential and industrial land Environmental effects statements, referrals and assessments completed in per cent 100 100 accordance with Ministerial Guidelines Implement a program to develop regional land use plans aligned with the per cent 100 100 Government’s regional priorities Number of local governments undertaking work to support strategic planning number 9 9 for coastal settlements and areas Places or objects assessed for the Victorian Heritage Register number 80 607 Regional Urban Development program projects completed number 19 19 Research published: Demographic trends and residential land number 5 5 Quality Appeals lodged against heritage permits per cent 5 0 Central Activities Areas projects delivered against agreed project per cent 80 75.43 implementation plans Changes made to zoned land in metropolitan areas consider housing per cent 100 100 capacity needs Critical stakeholders effectively engaged in the Metropolitan Planning Strategy per cent 100 100 Funding committed to eligible projects: Changing Places Program per cent 100 100 Funding committed to eligible projects: Expert Assistance Program per cent 100 100 Funding committed to eligible projects: Heritage Grants per cent 100 100 Heritage certificates issued accurately and satisfactorily per cent 100 99.22 Regional stakeholders effectively engaged in informing and shaping contents per cent 100 100 of regional land use plans
7 The year end result reflects the redirection of resources to the development of policy guidance as was conveyed in reporting throughout the year. It is consistent with the 2012-13 measures which reflects a reduction in nominations received.
40 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual Timeliness Authorisations to prepare planning scheme amendments completed in 7 days per cent 80 588 Owners notified of accepted nominations to the Victorian Heritage Register per cent 100 99.4 within 14 days Planning scheme amendments completed in 30 days per cent 80 65.259 Report annually on housing development activity across metropolitan date Jun-12 May-12 Melbourne to inform planning strategies Bushfire Response Unit completes objectives by January 2012 per cent 100 8110 State population projections reviewed and updated date Mar-12 Apr-12 Strategic integrated transport and land use planning input to the development per cent 100 100 of new growth areas is provided within agreed timelines Cost Total output cost $ million 134.3 128.8
8 The end of year result is lower than the 2011-12 target as resources were prioritised to focus on delivery of other government priorities. New processes are being introduced to provide for more efficient processing of authorisation requests. 9 The end of year result is lower than the 2011-12 target as resources were prioritised to focus on delivery of other government priorities. New processes are being introduced to provide for more efficient processing of planning scheme amendments. 10 At January 2012, the remaining 19% of households that intended to rebuild but had not yet started or were undecided.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 41 Investing in communities
Community Development This output group aims to: Performance in action • strengthen the capacity of communities through investment in communities and Not for Profit Compliance community organisations Support Centre • support and strengthen the sustainability of Victoria’s community and not-for-profit The Not for Profit Compliance Support Centre, community organisations www.nfpcompliance.vic.gov.au, was launched in March 2012. • work in partnership with the local government sector to encourage and This online resource was developed by the Office support best practice and continuous for the Community Sector (OCS), and is part of development in local governance DPCD’s program of building capacity in Victorian • conduct compliance audits and make community organisations. It provides not for profits recommendations for improvement with easy one-stop access to all the regulatory to ensure the local government information, licenses, forms and related support sector meets the highest standards materials they need, whether regulated by federal, of accountability and transparency in state or local governments. governance and administration Working across government to reduce the • lead and coordinate delivery of whole of administrative and regulatory burden for community government policy for Indigenous peoples organisations, OCS has also led the development and veterans in Victoria of the Victorian Common Funding Agreement to be • provide funding and coordination to used by all government departments when funding develop and extend sport and recreation not-for-profit organisations to deliver services and opportunities in Victoria. community projects. Emergency Volunteer Register A thorough review of the Emergency Volunteer Register was conducted following its initial use during the 2011 floods. The register is designed to assist local councils deploy volunteers with the right skills into the right places during an emergency event and in subsequent recovery efforts, and to help manage the large number of spontaneous volunteer offers made during emergencies.
In response to the review findings, a number of improvements have been made during 2011-12. These include incorporating a local government contact database and conducting a program of information sessions across the state to promote use of the register by local councils.
42 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Support for high fire-risk communities Improving access to government Community organisations and local government DPCD and the Department of Business and received almost $780,000 in Fire Ready Communities Innovation (DBI) have entered into a partnership grants funding. A total of 24 projects based on local arrangement, whereby DBI regional staff work from ideas were established to help their high-risk bushfire a network of Regional Development Victoria offices prone communities to be safer and better prepared. across non-metropolitan regions.
Activities included: This provides a local presence and single point of engagement for local government, business, • Moorabool Shire Council installed a Community community organisations and other stakeholders Early Siren System in October 2011 to support the when accessing DBI or DPCD or seeking referral evacuation of the community in the high fire-risk to other areas of government. area of Blackwood. • South Gippsland Shire Council installed video DPCD’s Regional Directors provide senior screens at two visitor centres and six emergency management oversight for the work of co-located evacuation sites in October 2011 to provide DBI regional staff working on business engagement, emergency information, advice and support during assistance and intelligence. a bushfire. • Mountain District Radio upgraded their transmitter Future priorities 2012-13 and installed an emergency power generator to enable ongoing broadcasting of bushfire Strengthening the planning and establishment of emergency information in the Dandenong community infrastructure in rapidly growing areas, Ranges during the fire season and in extreme supporting smaller towns adjust to economic change weather conditions. and natural disasters, and boosting the capacity of not-for-profit community organisations and fostering Community facilities in growth areas volunteering, are vital to helping communities become vibrant and self-reliant. These factors will drive the The Hume City Council received $500,000 in June following priorities for 2012-13. 2012 to construct the first stage of the Hume Regional Tennis and Community Centre in Craigieburn. • Ongoing leadership for planning and delivering This was part of the $42 million Community Support integrated infrastructure investment in priority Grants program and the facility is being constructed in places by government and community agencies. partnership with Tennis Australia, Tennis Victoria and • Ongoing implementation of the Community Stockland Australia. Support Grants program, supporting improved The development will include 18 outdoor tennis community infrastructure, facilities and services, courts and a shared multipurpose community facility, improved community connections, and support for meeting both the need for regional tennis facilities and communities to take action on their own behalf. the demand for accessible community meeting space • Support further red-tape reductions and easing within the rapidly growing Craigieburn community. the regulatory burden for Victorian not-for-profit community organisations, particularly through the introduction of the Common Funding Agreement; streamlined reporting and data collection; and reducing unnecessary service standards.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 43 • Expand opportunities for Victorian not-for-profit • Through VolunteerFest forums held in partnership community organisations to access broader with the Office of Multicultural Affairs, continue funding sources including business, philanthropy to celebrate the diversity of volunteering and the social finance market. across Victoria and build new networks among • Develop Victorian not for profit capability and volunteering organisations. sector viability particularly through building • Support small town adjustment and increased workforce governance and finance skills. self-reliance in response to economic change and • Commence implementation of a three to four natural disasters, including through links to the year strategic development plan for Victoria’s Regional Victoria Living Expo which encourages Volunteering Portal which incorporates the people to consider visiting, working and living in Emergency Volunteer Register. rural and regional areas.
Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target outcomes Community Development Implement community development strategies and strengthen community sector organisations to increase participation and to achieve stronger communities. This output contributes to the DPCD objectives of investing in communities and growing regional and rural Victoria. Quantity Capacity building programs delivered against agreed program objectives: per cent 100 100 Community Foundations Community Support Projects funded through the Community Support and per cent 90 90 Recreational Sport Package meet agreed project objectives Coordination and implementation of actions within agreed performance targets: per cent 100 100 Transport Connections Initiatives Grant projects completed meet agreed project objectives per cent 90 90 Strategy implementation actions within agreed performance targets: per cent 100 100 Community Organisations Strategy implementation actions within agreed performance targets: Volunteering per cent 100 100 Timeliness Grant payments made against completion of milestones in funding agreement per cent 100 100 Grants acquitted within the timeframe specified in the terms and conditions per cent >90 >90 of the funding agreement Cost Total output cost $ million 55.6 47.011
Note: 11 The lower output cost is due to rephasing of various programs in line with revised milestones.
44 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 The first 20 Aboriginal Victorians were inducted onto Indigenous Community the Honour Roll on 17 February 2012 at an event and Cultural Development attended by more than 200 people. The inductees were announced by the Premier and the Minister for Performance in action Aboriginal Affairs. Each year additional Indigenous Victorians will be inducted onto the Honour Roll. Reconciliation Victoria The Honour Roll is housed in the Victorian Parliament and information about the inductees is available on Through Aboriginal Affairs Victoria, DPCD funded the DPCD website. Reconciliation Victoria in 2011-12 to work with government to develop the Victorian Reconciliation Review of the Aboriginal Heritage Framework, assist government departments to Act 2006 develop reconciliation action plans and help local government organisations progress reconciliation in DPCD, on behalf of the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, their municipalities. undertook a review of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (the Act) to identify potential improvements. The framework will provide a road map to achieve The review was a legislative requirement, timed to a more equitable and respectful relationship coincide with the Act being in operation for five years, between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Victorians. and involved widespread consultation with a diverse The department also supports Reconciliation range of stakeholders across Victoria. Over 140 Victoria to work with the Victorian Local Government written submissions were received. Association, Reconciliation Australia and the Victorian Government to assess the use of reconciliation action The review was conducted under the guidance plans by local government. and supervision of an external advisory group comprising representatives from the Victorian DPCD funding helps Reconciliation Victoria provide Aboriginal Heritage Council, the Municipal valuable information to Aboriginal communities and Association of Victoria, the Australian Association the broader Victorian community to build better of Consulting Archaeologists and the Urban understanding and pride in Victoria’s unique Aboriginal Development Industry Association. culture and provide information about the wide range of national and local reconciliation activities. Parliamentary Inquiry into the establishment and effectiveness of Victorian Indigenous Honour Roll Registered Aboriginal Parties The Victorian Government, with the support of The Environment and Natural Resources Committee DPCD, established the Victorian Indigenous Honour of Parliament commenced an inquiry into the Roll, which formally acknowledges and celebrates establishment and effectiveness of Registered the wide-ranging contribution and achievements Aboriginal Parties appointed under the Aboriginal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Victorians. Heritage Act 2006. Registered Aboriginal Parties are The Honour Roll is a permanent record of the bodies that have responsibilities in relation to the achievements of Aboriginal Victorians, both past and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage under present, and is the first of its kind in Australia. the Act. DPCD prepared a submission to the Inquiry and has assisted the committee with background materials. The committee is due to report in late 2012.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 45 The Victorian Government will carefully consider Future priorities 2012-13 the findings of both the Parliamentary Inquiry and the review of the Aboriginal Heritage Act Implementing improvements to the protection before responding. and management of Victoria’s Aboriginal cultural heritage identified through the review of the Wayaperri and governance training Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and the Parliamentary Established in 2011, Wayaperri (meaning ‘to meet’ Inquiry will be a priority in 2012-13. The overarching in the language of the Wathaurung people of goal will be to improve the efficiency of Victoria’s Victoria) is a series of initiatives which aim to support cultural heritage management system while Aboriginal leadership through participation on boards, maintaining its high standards of protection for mentoring and learning. It includes a register for Aboriginal cultural heritage. Aboriginal people interested in becoming part of a Connection to culture is a key determinant of the board, a mentor bank to increase the pool of trained well-being of Aboriginal Victorians. Supporting culture people available to support Aboriginal Victorians, through a range of initiatives and partnerships, and scholarship and training opportunities. including those identified by Local Indigenous To date, 78 people have completed mentor Networks, also remains a central focus. training and have become part of the mentor bank, Priorities for 2012-13 include: 35 Aboriginal people have completed scholarships to attend the Australian Institute of Company Directors’ • implementing actions arising from the review of the Company Directors Course and 47 Aboriginal people Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and the Parliamentary are listed on the Wayaperri boards register. Inquiry into the establishment and effectiveness of Registered Aboriginal Parties The Managing in Two Worlds Indigenous Governance Program aims to create efficient and effective • supporting operation and development of Victoria’s Aboriginal organisations across Victoria. It includes Local Indigenous Networks and the implementation introductory workshops and accredited training at of their community plans a Certificate IV level. In 2011-12 five introductory • supporting emerging Aboriginal leaders workshops were held with 100 participants and two • providing support for Registered Aboriginal Parties Certificate IV workshops with 30 participants. Since • continuing to support Reconciliation Victoria to lead commencement of the program in 2006 more than the reconciliation process in Victoria 673 people have completed introductory workshops and 180 people the Certificate IV. • holding the 2012 Victorian Indigenous Honour Roll awards • continuing to deliver the Indigenous Governance Training Program and the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Management Training Program • supporting Aboriginal communities to strengthen their cultural identity • collaborating with key stakeholders to develop and implement the outcomes of the Local Government- Aboriginal Partnership Project.
46 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target outcomes Indigenous Community and Cultural Development Work in partnership with Victorian Indigenous communities and their organisations to protect and manage Aboriginal cultural heritage, strengthen governance and leadership, and establish new community engagement and capacity development initiatives to improve the long term social and economic outcomes for Indigenous Victorians. This output contributes to the DPCD objective of investing in communities and growing regional and rural Victoria. Quantity Awards Conducted: Victorian Indigenous Honour Roll number 1 1 Capacity building activities undertaken with community groups: number 16 16 cultural heritage management Governance training programs implemented number 7 7 Increase in client service contacts for members of the Stolen Generations per cent 5 2112 with Connecting Home Limited Number of trained mentor bank participants available to support number 75 78 Aboriginal people Participants who complete governance training number 120 130 Quality Governance training initiatives participant completion rate per cent 80 95.513 Local Indigenous representation groups completed stage two of community plans per cent 100 94.7 Timeliness Assessments completed by Aboriginal Affairs Victoria (AAV) within legislative per cent 100 97.5 timeframe: cultural heritage management plans High priority infrastructure projects completed within stipulated timeframes per cent 100 100 Payments made against completion of milestones in funding agreement: per cent 100 100 Reconciliation Victoria Cost Total output cost $ million 25.1 24.9
12 The full year target for this measure was exceeded due to the funding recipient, Connecting Home Ltd, extending its service to regional Victorian clients. 13 The full year target for this measure was exceeded due to the implementation of improvements to the program based on recommendations of an independent program evaluation.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 47 Ten winners of this year’s Premier’s Spirit of ANZAC Veterans’ Affairs Prize set off on a study tour of significant military sites in Malaysia, Singapore and Turkey, including Gallipoli, Performance in action in April. The students were given expert guidance on the history of the battlefields by Professor Bruce Commemoration of veterans and Scates, Professor of History and Australian Studies at support for the ex-service community Monash University. The annual competition is open to The Restoring Community War Memorials program all Year 9 and 10 Victorian continued successfully in 2011-12, providing more high school students. than $240,000 to support 43 projects around Victoria A new measure introduced to improve promotion to repair and restore memorial plaques, cairns, of the prize saw the inaugural Regional Finalist cenotaphs and honour rolls. Study Tour to Canberra in May 2012. Seventeen A $30,000 increase brought the total State students from around Victoria visited the Australian Government funding contribution to the 2012 War Memorial, the National Archives and Old ANZAC Day march to $80,000. These essential Parliament House where they participated in a funds supported the RSL to organise and conduct debate on conscription. the well-attended march. Planning for the Centenary of ANZAC Support for veteran welfare projects continued The State Government was represented on the through the ANZAC Day Proceeds Fund, with more national working groups and networks established than $415,000 distributed to 37 projects including by the Commonwealth Anzac Centenary Advisory outreach for younger invalided veterans, transport Board. The membership, composition and terms for elderly war widows and a camp for veterans’ of references of a Victorian committee are currently dependents living with a disability. being finalised. This committee will be the key source Through the Victorian Veterans Fund 25 projects for of advice to the State Government on priorities and the commemoration of veterans in the community planning for the centenary in 2015. received $278,000. Projects included funding for Work to redevelop the undercroft of the Shrine a bronze statue of Ted Kenna VC in Hamilton, of Remembrance to create the Galleries of education programs for school children and a major Remembrance received a contribution of $22.5 million event for the 50th anniversary of the deployment of in the 2012-13 State Budget in May. The Galleries Australian soldiers to Vietnam, to be held on Vietnam will be the centrepiece of centenary celebrations in Veterans Day. Victoria and will house an original landing boat rowed A $50,000 upgrade of the Shrine of Remembrance ashore at Gallipoli from the troopship Devanha. website was launched in October 2011. The website Governance arrangements are in place to deliver the now includes new interactive and educational project and preparatory work is underway. tool features, improved online access to archives, learning and volunteer opportunities, updated lists of upcoming events at the Shrine of Remembrance and links to other veterans-based websites.
48 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Remembering our Vietnam veterans Alongside preparation for the centenary, DPCD’s role in ensuring that veteran commemoration, education Collaboration with the Mitchell Shire Council to and heritage preservation are sustained is becoming deliver the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative more pronounced as our veteran population declines, Walk in Seymour continued in 2011-12. The State taking with it a wealth of knowledge. Government is providing $1.2 million funding for the project. Preparatory work on the design and Over 2012-13 the priorities for the Veterans’ Affairs construction of a 220-metre long wall with the portfolio are to: names of the 62,100 Australian servicemen and • establish the Victorian Anzac Centenary Committee women who served in Vietnam is underway. • commence construction of the Galleries Future priorities 2012-13 of Remembrance • undertake scoping work to establish a Victorian Significant international commemorative events will War Heritage Trail be held throughout 2014-18 to mark the centenary • continue the highly successful Restoring of the First World War. This period presents a unique Community War Memorials program opportunity for our community to be involved in • complete the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative activities to honour those who served. In recognition Walk in Seymour. that planning must start now, the State Government allocated $8.9 million over four years in its 2012-13 Budget to support Victoria’s ongoing preparations for the ANZAC Centenary in 2015 and other commemorative events of significance to Victorians.
Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual VETERANS’ AFFAIRS Coordinate veteran related issues at a state level. Strengthen commemoration and promotion of community understanding of services for veterans, especially among younger people. This output contributes to the DPCD objective of investing in communities. Quantity Digitised veterans’ histories completed number 60 60 Entries received: Premier’s Spirit of ANZAC prize number >170 13514 Event attendance: Student participation in Shrine of Remembrance programs number >40 000 49 585 Restoring community war memorial grants: projects approved number >40 43 Quality Commemorative and educative projects meet agreed project objectives per cent 100 100 Timeliness Commemorative and Education program: Grants acquitted within the per cent 100 100 timeframe specified in the terms and conditions of the funding agreement Cost Total output cost $ million 3.3 4.115
14 Although the number of schools submitting entries held steady, the number of applications from some schools was down this year. New marketing programs are being developed to increase numbers next year. 15 The higher output cost is due to the carryover of some expenditure commitments from the 2010/11 financial year.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 49 Local Government Public library capital works The 2011-12 State Budget provided $17.2 million Performance in action over four years to the Public Library Capital Works program. Under the new program all councils and Ministerial-Mayors Advisory Panel regional library services are eligible to apply for grants of up to $750,000 toward a new or refurbished library Eight mayors from around Victoria have been building or a mobile library. In 2011-12, 32 projects appointed to the Ministerial-Mayors Advisory Panel received funding, comprising 14 new or relocated for 2012. The panel is a consultative forum to advise libraries, 15 refurbished or extended libraries and the Minister for Local Government on the impact three new or refurbished mobile library projects. of proposed legislation, regulation or other reforms that may place additional responsibilities on local Reform initiatives government. The current panel replaces an interim version including five mayors established in late 2011. National Local Government Reform Fund Legislative reform Local Government Victoria (LGV) supported the Municipal Association of Victoria to successfully Parliament passed legislation in September 2011 deliver the Regional Asset Management and Local bringing forward the date for local government Government Sustainability programs. Funded by the general elections from November to October every Commonwealth Government, these two important four years. This will enable more time for councillors programs were aimed at improving business practices to begin work on their four-year council plans and and building local capacity. As project managers, annual budgets. LGV also coordinated the delivery of an independent Residents and ratepayers of Greater Geelong now evaluation of the project. have the opportunity to directly elect their mayor after Parliament passed legislation in February 2012.
50 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 State Local Government Reform Fund LGV is committed to delivering the following priorities: The State Local Government Reform Fund • developing a mandatory performance reporting supports the financial sustainability of local framework for local government governments through projects aligning capacity, • renegotiating the Victorian State-Local Government strategy and sustainable outcomes that compliment Agreement to strengthen actions for improving the nationally-funded work. The 34 councils directly state-local government relations involved in the program had the opportunity to • developing reforms to address the issue of implement reform tools in areas such as best councils’ costs in enforcing their councillor codes value principles, procurement and internal audit. of conduct. Results and learning will be shared across the sector. Work also commenced on a program to promote LGV will deliver major budget initiatives included in better integration between asset management, the 2012-13 State Budget, such as: financial planning and performance management. • providing the necessary financial assistance for councils to manage invasive weeds and Future priorities 2012-13 established pest animals on municipal roads Through Local Government Victoria (LGV), DPCD • providing additional funding to public libraries to is focussed on ensuring Victorian communities ensure that funding levels are sustained while are supported by a strong and accountable local a comprehensive review is undertaken by the government sector. Capacity building supports Ministerial Advisory Council on Public Libraries local government’s role as a partner in delivering • establishing a register of vulnerable people by government policy and contributes to the sector’s councils to ensure authorities such as police, long term sustainability and ability to deliver CFA and SES are aware of community members services to communities. Both LGV and sector who may require assistance or evacuation in the peak bodies deliver capacity building programs, event of a disaster. often in partnership. LGV is also committed to continuing to work with the The sustainability and resilience of councils, especially sector to ensure councils become more sustainable, smaller rural councils, remains an ongoing concern. resilient and responsive by: The Auditor General in Local Government: Results of • working collaboratively with the local government the 2010-11 Audits (which included an assessment sector to improve asset and financial of the financial sustainability of councils), highlighted management practices that two councils were rated as high-risk (Buloke Shire and Glen Eira City Council). The Auditor General • continuing its capacity-building work with the commented that the financial sustainability risk level sector to build sustainable improvements related for 2010-11 was low, in spite of the number of low- to building site management and amenities risk rated councils decreasing from 74 to 71, and the • supporting partnerships between the state and number of medium-risk rated councils increasing from local governments to deliver on policy priorities four to six from the 2009-10 ratings. • targeting assistance to improve accountability and sustainability in councils The Auditor General recommended in his report the need for the development of asset management • continuing legislative and regulatory reform. strategies that identify future service delivery requirements, the capacity of assets to meet those needs, maintenance and renewal schedules and links with the overall strategic resource plan.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 51 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual DEVELOPING THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT SECTOR Local Government Victoria Local Government Victoria (LGV) works in partnership with the local government sector to encourage and support best practice and continuous development in local governance; administer programs that assist in delivering public library services; and support the Victoria Grants Commission to achieve more accountable government, sustainable service delivery and asset management policies and practices; and stronger democracy. Local Government Investigations and Compliance Inspectorate The Local Government Investigations and Compliance Inspectorate (LGI) conducts compliance audits and makes recommendations for improvement to ensure the local government sector meets the highest standards of accountability and transparency in governance and administration. The Local Government output contributes to the DPCD objectives of planning communities for growth and change and growing regional and rural Victoria. Quantity Audits undertaken as part of the Local Government Investigations and number 27 25 Compliance Inspectorate planned audit program Grants provided to improve public library services number 10 3216 LGI newsletters provided to local government sector number 4 4 LGI recommendations accepted by local council per cent 95 100 Meetings held with Ministerial-Mayors Advisory Panel number 3 417 Street lights upgraded in accordance with established target per cent 95 95 Quality LGV’s legislative and regulatory change considers stakeholder feedback and per cent 100 100 consultation with local government LGV’s policy and program development considers stakeholder feedback and per cent 100 100 consultation with local government Timeliness Complaints received by the LGI assessed and actioned within five working days percent 100 100 of receipt Victoria Grants Commission allocations determined and consultation program per cent 100 100 completed within agreed timeframes Cost Total output cost $ million 58.5 52.7
16 Due to the increase success of this program an even greater number of applications were received in the second round of funding which allowed for the funding of more projects than anticipated. 17 Due to the recent amendment to the dates of the local government elections there has been rescheduling of the 2012 Ministerial Mayors Advisory Panel meetings to March, June and October which resulted in an additional meeting taking place in the financial year 2011/12.
52 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Sport and Recreation Active and healthy communities More than $2 million was provided to state sporting Development associations through the State Sporting Association Performance in action Support Grants program. The Regional Sport and Recreation Program continued to support clubs Facilities for active communities through Regional Sports Assemblies in country Victoria. The department also implemented the first A new phase of the Community Facility Funding phase of a package of initiatives worth $1.75 million Program (CFFP) was implemented during 2011-12. over four years to support volunteers and Maximum grant amounts for most project categories coaches including: were increased in response to feedback from the sector. For example, the Minor Facilities category • Target 1000, which is designed to develop increased from $60,000 to $100,000 while the grassroots coaches maximum grant for a Better Pools project increased • the Volunteer Innovation Program, which will from $2.5 million to $3 million. More than one provide grants for state sporting associations to hundred projects were approved under the program develop or pilot initiatives that attract, support, during the year. retain and recognise volunteers.
Community facility projects were also approved The Women in Sport and Recreation Program through the Country Football and Netball Program was implemented, with funding of $1.48 million and the Small Scale Facility Program. More than over three years, to deliver initiatives that support 220 projects were approved across the suite of professional development, organisational change community facility funding programs. and increased participation.
Examples of projects funded include the following: Under the Sporting Uniform Grants Program grants of up to $1,000 were approved for 723 grassroots • The Ringwood Aquatic Centre was approved for a clubs, assisting them to purchase uniforms and $3 million grant through the Better Pools category footwear. The Country Action Grants Scheme and to transform an ageing facility into a district aquatic Victalent funding programs provided 253 grants to sports venue. clubs and organisations across regional Victoria. • The Boardman Regional Stadium in the City of Hume was allocated $650,000 from the Major The Premier’s Active Families Challenge, which Facilities category towards its redevelopment. encourages families to do 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days, was held in March and April 2012. It was an • The Tyers Netball/Umpire Change Room outstanding success with more than 80,000 people upgrade was allocated $50,000 to provide change registered, 18 per cent higher than the previous facilities for female participants and male and participation rate. female umpires. • Frankston City Council received $70,000 to provide lighting for two full size soccer pitches for use by the Seaford United Soccer Club. • Manningham Council was allocated $800,000 to develop a sports hub at Warrandyte.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 53 Sporting events Major sport infrastructure In addition to the impressive range of ongoing major The State Athletics Centre in Albert Park opened and sporting events hosted by Victoria, there were has already hosted a number of high profile events three notable additions. The President’s Cup, held including the 2012 Olympic Trials. The new Victorian at Royal Melbourne Golf Club in November 2011, Institute of Sport building, housed in the restored delivered economic and tourism benefits to Victoria 1926 grandstand at the site, was officially opened in and showcased Victoria’s sand-belt golf courses February 2012. to a global audience through the international broadcast. The International Cycling Union Track The State Basketball Centre at Knox was officially World Championships, held in April 2012, delivered opened in June 2012 and is Victoria’s first state eight world records and a number of sell-out crowds sports facility to incorporate accessibility-enhancing at Hisense Arena. In March, the Ironman Asia Pacific universal design principles throughout the building. Championship was held in Melbourne for the first Stage One of the redevelopment of Melbourne of three years and was highly successful, with a Park progressed significantly during the year, strong field of competitors representing more than culminating in the placement of the roof on the 30 countries. Eastern Plaza structure.
More than 60 smaller events funded by the Significant The refurbishment of the MCG’s Great Southern Sporting Events Program were held in Victoria in Stand progressed at an impressive rate with minimal 2011-12, bringing benefits to communities around the disruption to patrons and is scheduled to be state. Events supported though the program include: completed by early 2013. The department continued to support the implementation of the Yarra Park • the Australian Indoor Hockey Championships held in Sale in December 2011 Master Plan, which includes landscaping work and the installation of a water recycling facility. • the Australian Deaf Games held in Geelong in January 2012 In Geelong, work commenced on the third stage of • the ISU World Junior Short Track Speed Skating redevelopment of Kardinia Park (Simonds) Stadium, Championships staged at the Icehouse in to which DPCD contributed $26.5 million. The project Melbourne in February. includes the development of a new southern stand with linkages to the recently completed The historic Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Premiership Stand. Demolition of the existing stand Classic attracted a record number of competitors was completed in April 2012 and construction of in October 2011 and saw impressive crowds the new structure is expected to be completed in at the finish to cheer on the winner, Queensland’s mid 2013. Joel Pearson. Victoria’s iconic Stawell Gift was held over Easter 2012, with larger crowds than the previous year watching international stars and local Olympic hopefuls competing.
54 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Reaching your potential The Victalent program continued to provide $500 travel assistance grants to community sport and The new Elite Athlete Travel Grants Program was recreation organisations in rural and regional launched to help Victorian athletes achieve their Victoria to assist athletes, coaches, officials and potential. Grants of up to $2000 were approved for teams with the travel costs of engaging in training more than 340 athletes to assist with the cost of travel and competition. In 2011-12, 183 Victalent grants and accommodation associated with competing at were provided. national and international competitions. These grants are aimed at assisting athletes and their families who often struggle with the costs of participating in elite level sport.
The government also encourages sports excellence through its support of the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) and Regional Sports Academies (RSAs) and provided funding of more than $6 million in 2011-12. VIS athletes performed very well with 76 per cent making national teams or squads. Funding of $80,000 each was provided to the Regional Academies located in Bendigo, Gippsland, Ballarat, Barwon, Sunraysia and South-West.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 55 Future priorities 2012-13 • Facilities for active communities – Assistance will continue to be provided to local Priorities for the Sport and Recreation portfolio are councils and clubs to improve community sport influenced by a range of factors including: and recreation facilities through the Community Facility Funding Program, including the new • awareness of the benefits for individuals and Soccer Facilities category announced in the communities that arise from participation in sport 2012-13 Budget. The Country Football and and active recreation Netball Program will continue to assist football • increased community demand for opportunities and netball clubs, associations and umpiring to participate in sport and recreation, including associations develop facilities in rural, regional appropriate facilities at the local and regional level and outer metropolitan locations. • the excellent opportunities for athletes, officials, • Major sport infrastructure – Implementation spectators and local businesses provided of a range of projects to develop and maintain by sporting events held in Melbourne and Victoria’s world-class sporting facilities will regional Victoria continue. Key projects include the redevelopment • the need to develop and maintain an appropriate of Melbourne Park, refurbishment of the Great range of state-level facilities to help attract major Southern Stand at the MCG and stage three of sporting events and provide our athletes the best the redevelopment of Kardinia Park in Geelong. chance to succeed. • Sporting events – a wide range of sporting events will be hosted in Melbourne and regional These factors, along with funding for key initiatives Victoria, building on Victoria’s outstanding expertise in the 2012-13 State Budget, have led to the and reputation in relation to events. The World development of the following priorities. Dancesport Championships Standard will be • Active and healthy communities – Increased held in November and December 2012. Also in participation in sport and active recreation will December the Men’s Hockey Champions Trophy be supported through the new Victorians More will return to Melbourne when eight world-class Active program, which will support state sporting teams will compete for this prestigious trophy. In associations in the key areas of participation, June 2013, the British and Irish Lions will take on membership, coaches and officials, and club the Wallabies and Melbourne Rebels. Funding will capacity. It will be complemented by other be provided through several programs including programs including the Regional Sport and the new phase of the Significant Sporting Events Recreation Program, the Supporting Volunteers Program announced in the 2012-13 Budget. and Coaches initiative, the Women in Sport Planning for Victoria’s involvement in the Cricket and Recreation Program and support for World Cup and Asian (Football) Cup in 2015 underrepresented groups in community sport will intensify. through the Active Sports Partnership program. • Reaching your potential – support will continue to be provided to Victorian athletes through the Victorian Institute of Sport and programs such as the Elite Athlete Travel Grants.
56 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Major outputs/deliverables Unit of 2011-12 2011-12 Performance measures measure target actual SPORT AND RECREATION VICTORIA Provide strategic leadership, funding and support to the sport and recreation industry to improve facilities and increase community participation in sport and active recreation. This output contributes to the DPCD objective of investing in communities. Quantity Athletes on Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) scholarships number >330 341 Combat sports licences, registrations and permits issued number >500 691 Community Facility Grants: number approved number >160 221 Events facilitated: Sport and recreation number >40 82 Projects related to state level facilities in progress number >8 11 Sport and recreation organisations undertaking programs or activities to number >85 91 enhance community involvement Sporting uniform grants: number approved number >600 723 Victorian Institute of Sport scholarship holders on national teams/squads per cent >55 76 Quality Contract management of outdoor recreation camps meets agreed key per cent >90 95 performance indicators Major events facilitated with a business plan, budget, branding and per cent 100 100 promotional activities Timeliness Awards conducted: Sporting date Aug-Nov- 30-Nov- 2011 2011 Continuation of works for the State Sports Facilities Project date Jun-2012 Jun-2012 Completion of post event reports and economic impact assessments of per cent 100 100 each event (where required) Cost Total output cost $ million 119.3 108.9
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 57 Section 3: Financial Statements Contents
Financial summary and future outlook 2011-12 59 Financial report 61 Budget portfolio outcomes 131 Grants and related assistance 136
58 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Financial summary & future outlook 2011-12
The department’s financial summary for the last four years is provided in the following table. Specific financial details are included in the financial statements.
2011-12 2010-11 2009-08 2008-07 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Financial summary (controlled) Revenue from government 558,042 611,503 577,639 585,710 Other revenue 13,253 7,732 4,182 5,572 Total revenue 571,295 619,235 581,821 591,282 Total expenses (536,228) (602,914) (598,115) (593,846) Net result from operating activities 35,067 16,321 (16,294) (2,564) Net cash flow from operating activities 58,774 23,886 (9,583) 7,734 Total assets 688,360 631,359 345,193 328,484 Total liabilities 92,349 98,832 80,329 80,031
The department’s operations are funded through revenue received from annual parliamentary appropriations for the delivery of outputs, as well as Community Support Fund and special appropriations relating to Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution (GAIC).
For the financial year ending 30 June 2012 the department produced an operating surplus of $35.1 million largely due to the timing of payments from the Regional Growth Fund and receipt of GAIC. Total assets increased by $57.0 million which is mostly related to increases in deposits held and planned asset investment during the year. Summaries of revenue, payments for outputs and asset investment are shown in the following tables. More detailed financial information on each of the department’s outputs is provided in Note 2 to the financial statements.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 59 Total revenue 2011-12 $m % Total revenue 2011-12 Revenue from government 558.0 97.7 Other revenue 13.3 2.3 Revenue from government 97.7%
Total 571.3 100.0 Other revenue 2.3%
Payments for outputs 2011-12 $m % Payments for outputs 2011-12 Metropolitan and Regional 287.3 53.6 Planning and Development Metropolitan and Regional Investing in Communities 248.9 46.4 Planning and Development 53.6%
Total 536.2 100.0 Investing in Communities 46.4%
Asset Investment Program 2011-12 $m % Asset Investment Program 2011-12 Metropolitan and Regional 25.6 17.5 Planning and Development Metropolitan and Regional Investing in Communities 120.6 82.5 Planning and Development 17.5% Investing in Communities 82.5% Total 146.2 100.0
Future outlook The government has approved output and asset funding of $76.0 million over the next four years. The initiatives funded include:
• $22.5 million for the Shrine of Remembrance Redevelopment • $15.8 million for the Public Libraries Funding Program • $9.0 million for the Anzac Centenary Strategy • $8.3 million for the Vulnerable People in Emergencies Program • $7.8 million for Roadside Weed Management
Full details of new initiatives are provided in Budget paper No.3 of the 2012-13 State Budget.
60 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Financial report Contents
Comprehensive operating statement 62 Balance sheet 63 Statement of changes in equity 64 Cash flow statement 65 Notes to the financial statements 66 Accountable officer’s and chief finance and accounting officer’s declaration 128 Auditor-General’s report 129
This financial eportr covers the Department of Planning and Community Development as an individual entity and is presented in the Australian currency.
Its principal address is:
Department of Planning and Community Development 1 Spring Street Melbourne VIC 3000
For queries in relation to our reporting, please call (03) 9208 3333 or visit our website www.dpcd.vic.gov.au
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 61 Comprehensive operating statement for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note 2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Income from transactions Output appropriations 478,659 472,526 Special appropriations 17,970 68,973 Interest 4(a) 10,589 6,240 Grants and other income transfers 4(b) 61,413 70,004 Other income 4(c) 2,664 1,492 Total income from transactions 571,295 619,235
Expenses from transactions Employee expenses 5(a) (95,121) (101,301) Depreciation and amortisation 5(b) (6,659) (6,165) Interest expense 5(c) (211) (198) Grants and other expense transfers 5(d) (356,613) (406,659) Capital asset charge (6,279) (5,831) Other operating expenses 5(e) (71,345) (82,760) Total expenses from transactions (536,228) (602,914) Net result from transactions (net operating balance) 35,067 16,321
Other economic flows included in net result Net gain/(loss) on non-financial assets 6(a) (11,359) 272 Net gain/(loss) on financial instruments 6(b) 30 146 Other gains/(losses) from other economic flows 6(c) (572) 12 Total other economic flows included in net result (11,901) 430 Net result 23,166 16,751
Other economic flows – other non-owner changes in equity Changes in physical asset revaluation surplus 21 7,138 14,977 Changes in cash flow hedge deficit 21 344 1,094 Total other economic flows – other non-owner changes in equity 7,482 16,071 Comprehensive result 30,648 32,822
The comprehensive operating statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes included on pages 66 to 127.
62 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Balance sheet as at 30 June 2012
Note 2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Assets Financial assets Cash and deposits 20 319,384 268,200 Receivables 7 57,979 80,604 Total financial assets 377,363 348,804
Non-financial assets Property, plant and equipment 8 294,724 265,587 Intangible assets 9 16,194 16,492 Other non-financial assets 10 79 476 Total non-financial assets 310,997 282,555 Total assets 688,360 631,359
Liabilities Payables 11 62,003 68,209 Borrowings 12 3,526 4,028 Provisions 13 24,820 25,218 Other liabilities 15 2,000 1,377 Total liabilities 92,349 98,832 Net assets 596,011 532,527
Equity Accumulated surplus/(deficit) 32,005 8,839 Physical asset revaluation surplus 21 39,318 32,180 Cash flow hedge deficit 21 – (344) Contributed capital 524,688 491,852 Net worth 596,011 532,527
Commitments for expenditure 17 Contingent assets and contingent liabilities 18
The balance sheet should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes included on pages 66 to 127.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 63 Statement of changes in equity for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Changes due to
Transactions Equity at Total with owner in Equity at 1 July comprehensive its capacity 30 June Note 2011 result as owners 2012 2012 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Accumulated surplus/(deficit) 8,839 23,166 – 32,005 8,839 23,166 – 32,005 Contributions by owners 491,852 – – 491,852 Capital appropriations – – 139,572 139,572 Withdrawal of equity – – – – Net assets transferred – – (106,736) (106,736) to/from other government entities 491,852 – 32,836 524,688 Physical asset revaluation surplus 21 32,180 7,138 – 39,318 Cash flow hedge deficit 21 (344) 344 – – 31,836 7,482 – 39,318 Total equity at end of financial year 532,527 30,648 32,836 596,011
Changes due to
Transactions Equity at Total with owner in Equity at 1 July comprehensive its capacity 30 June Note 2010 result as owners 2011 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Accumulated surplus/(deficit) (7,912) 16,751 – 8,839 (7,912) 16,751 – 8,839 Contributions by owners 257,011 – – 257,011 Capital appropriations – – 103,518 103,518 Withdrawal of equity – – (43,961) (43,961) Administrative restructure – – – 176,722 176,722 net assets transferred Net assets transferred to/from – – (1,438) (1,438) other Government entities 257,011 – 234,841 491,852 Physical asset revaluation surplus 21 17,203 14,977 – 32,180 Cash flow hedge deficit 21 (1,438) 1,094 – (344) 15,765 16,071 – 31,836 Total equity at end of financial year 264,864 32,822 234,841 532,527
The statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes included on pages 66 to 127.
64 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Cash flow statement for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note 2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Cash flows from operating activities Receipts from government 570,439 606,783 Receipts from other entities 11,318 – Interest received 13,922 2,826 Total receipts 595,679 609,609
Payments Payments to other entities – (5,187) Goods and Services Tax paid to the ATO (1) (559) (3,153) Payments of grant and other transfers (356,613) (406,659) Payments to suppliers and employees (173,243) (164,695) Capital asset charge payments (6,279) (5,831) Interest and other costs of finance paid (211) (198) Total payments (536,905) (585,723) Net cash flows from/(used in) operating activities 20(b) 58,774 23,886
Cash flows from investing activities Payments for non-financial assets (47,850) (67,527) Net cash flows from/(used in) investing activities (47,850) (67,527)
Cash flows from financing activities Owner contributions by State Government 40,260 235,859 Net cash flows from/(used in) financing activities 40,260 235,859 Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 51,184 192,218 Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year 268,200 75,982 Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year 20(a) 319,384 268,200
The cash flow statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes included on pages 66 to 127. (1) Goods and services tax paid to ATO is presented on a net basis
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 65 Notes to the financial statements Contents
Note 1 Summary of significant accounting policies 67 Note 2 Departmental (controlled) outputs 86 Note 3 Administered (non-controlled) items 89 Note 4 Income from transactions 93 Note 5 Expenses from transactions 94 Note 6 Other economic flows included in net result 97 Note 7 Receivables 98 Note 8 Property, plant and equipment 100 Note 9 Intangible assets 104 Note 10 Other non-financial assets 104 Note 11 Payables 105 Note 12 Borrowings 106 Note 13 Provisions 107 Note 14 Superannuation 108 Note 15 Other liability disclosures 108 Note 16 Leases 109 Note 17 Commitments for expenditure 110 Note 18 Contingent assets and contingent liabilities 110 Note 19 Financial instruments 111 Note 20 Cash flow information 120 Note 21 Reserves 121 Note 22 Summary of compliance with annual Parliamentary and special appropriations 122 Note 23 Ex gratia payments 123 Note 24 Annotated income agreements 123 Note 25 Trust account balances 124 Note 26 Responsible persons 125 Note 27 Remuneration of executives 126 Note 28 Remuneration of auditors 127 Note 29 Subsequent events 127
66 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies
These annual financial statements represent the audited Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the general purpose financial statements for the Department of period in which the estimate is revised and also in future Planning and Community Development for the period periods that are affected by the revision. Judgements and ending 30 June 2012. assumptions made by management in the application of AASs that have significant effects on the financial statements The purpose of the report is to provide users with information and estimates relate to: about the department’s stewardship of resources entrusted to it. • the fair value of land, buildings, infrastructure, plant and equipment, (refer to Note 1 (L)) (a) Statement of compliance • superannuation expense (refer to Note 1(G) These general purpose financial statements have been • actuarial assumptions for employee benefit provisions prepared in accordance with the Financial Management Act based on likely tenure of existing staff, patterns of leave 1994 (FMA) and applicable Australian Accounting Standards claims, future salary movements and future discount (AAS) which include Interpretations, issued by the Australian rates (refer to Note 1(M)). Accounting Standards Board (AASB). In particular, they are presented in a manner consistent with the requirements of the These financial statements are presented in Australian AASB 1049 Whole of Government and General Government dollars, and prepared in accordance with the historical cost Sector Financial Reporting. convention except for: Where appropriate, those AAS paragraphs applicable to not • Non-financial physical assets which, subsequent to for profit entities have been applied. acquisition, are measured at a revalued amount being their fair value at the date of the revaluation less any Accounting policies are selected and applied in a manner subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent which ensures that the resulting financial information satisfies impairment losses. Revaluations are made with sufficient the concepts of relevance and reliability, thereby ensuring that regularity to ensure that the carrying amounts do not the substance of the underlying transactions or other events materially differ from their fair value. is reported. These annual financial statements were authorised for (c) Reporting entity issue by the secretary of the Department of Planning and The financial statements cover the Department of Planning Community Development on 14 August 2012. and Community Development (the department) as an individual reporting entity. (b) Basis of accounting preparation and measurement The department is a government department of the State of Victoria, established pursuant to an order made by the The accrual basis of accounting has been applied in the Premier under the Administrative Arrangements Act 1983. preparation of these financial statements whereby assets, liabilities, equity, income and expenses are recognised in the Its principal address is: reporting period to which they relate, regardless of when cash Department of Planning and Community Development is received or paid. 1 Spring Street Judgements, estimates and assumptions are required to Melbourne VIC 3000 be made about carrying values of assets and liabilities that The department is an administrative agency acting on behalf are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates of the Crown. and associated assumptions are based on professional judgements derived from historical experience and various The financial statements include all the controlled activities other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the of the Department of Planning and Community Development. circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates. A description of the nature of the department’s operations and its principal activities is included in the report of operations from page 10 to 57, which does not form part of these financial statements.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 67 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Objectives and funding Except as otherwise disclosed, administered resources are accounted for on an accrual basis using same accounting The department has four departmental objectives which policies adopted for recognition of the departmental items in link and drive the efforts of the department’s portfolios the financial statements. Both controlled and administered and agencies: items of the department are consolidated into the financial • planning communities for growth and change statements of the State. • investing in communities Disclosures related to administered items can be found • growing regional and rural Victoria in Note 3. • improving organisational performance. Other trust activities on behalf of parties The department is predominantly funded by accrual-based external to the Victorian Government parliamentary appropriations for the provision of outputs that The department has responsibility for transactions and are further described in Note 2 Departmental (controlled) balances relating to trust funds on behalf of third parties outputs. It provides on a fee-for-service basis various goods external to the Victorian Government. Income, expenses, and services. The fees charged for these services are assets and liabilities managed on behalf of third parties are not determined by prevailing market forces. recognised in these financial statements as they are managed on a fiduciary and custodial basis, and therefore are not Outputs of the department controlled by the Department or the Victorian Government. Information about the department’s output activities, and the These transactions and balances are reported in Note 25. expenses, income, assets and liabilities which are reliably attributable to those output activities, is set out in the output (e) Scope and presentation of financial activities schedule (Note 2). Information about expenses, statements income, assets and liabilities administered by the department are given in the schedule of administered expenses and Comprehensive operating statement income and the schedule of administered assets and liabilities Income and expenses in the comprehensive operating (see Note 3). statement are classified according to whether or not they arise from ‘transactions’ or ‘other economic flows’. This (d) Administered items classification is consistent with the whole of government Certain resources are administered by the department on reporting format and is allowed under AASB 101 Presentation behalf of the State. While the department is accountable for of financial statements. the transactions involving administered items, it does not have ‘Transactions’ and ‘other economic flows’ are defined by the discretion to deploy the resources for its own benefit or the Australian system of Government Finance Statistics: achievement of its objectives. Accordingly, transactions and Concepts, Sources and Methods 2005 and Amendments balances relating to administered items are not recognised as to Australian System of Government Finance Statistics, departmental income, expenses, assets or liabilities within the 2005 (ABS Catalogue No. 5514.0). body of the financial statements. ‘Transactions’ are those economic flows that are considered Administered income includes taxes, fees and fines and the to arise as a result of policy decisions, usually interactions proceeds from the sale of administered surplus land and between two entities by mutual agreement. Transactions buildings. Administered assets include government income also include flows within an entity, such as depreciation earned but yet to be collected. Administered liabilities include where the owner is simultaneously acting as the owner of government expenses incurred but yet to be paid. the depreciating asset and as the consumer of the service provided by the asset. Taxation is regarded as mutually agreed interactions between the Government and taxpayers. Transactions can be in kind (e.g. assets provided/given free of charge or for nominal consideration) or where the final consideration is cash.
68 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
‘Other economic flows’ are changes arising from market (f) Income from transactions re-measurements. They include: Income is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the • gains and losses from disposals economic benefits will flow to the entity and the income can • revaluations and impairments of non-current physical be reliably measured at fair value. and intangible asset Appropriation income • fair value changes of financial instruments. Appropriated income becomes controlled and is recognised The net result is equivalent to profit or loss derived in by the department when it is appropriated from the accordance with AASs. Consolidated Fund by the Victorian Parliament and applied Balance sheet to the purposes defined under the relevant appropriations act. Additionally, the department is permitted under S29 of Assets and liabilities are presented in liquidity order with assets the FMA to have certain income annotated to the annual aggregated into financial assets and non-financial assets. appropriation. The income which forms part of a S29 agreement is recognised by the department and the receipts Current and non-current assets and liabilities (non-current paid into the Consolidated Fund as an administered item. being those assets or liabilities expected to be recovered At the point of income recognition, S29 provides for an or settled more than 12 months) are disclosed in the notes, equivalent amount to be added to the annual appropriation. where relevant. Examples of receipts which can form part of a S29 agreement Cash flow statement are Commonwealth specific purpose grants, municipal council special purpose grants, the proceeds from the sale of assets Cash flows are classified according to whether or not and income from the sale of products and services. they arise from operating, investing, or financing activities. This classification is consistent with requirements under Where applicable, amounts disclosed as income are net AASB 107 Statement of Cash Flows. of returns, allowances, duties and taxes. All amounts of income over which the department does not have control For cash flow statement presentation purposes, cash and are disclosed as administered income in the schedule of cash equivalents include bank overdrafts, which are included administered income and expenses (see Note 3). Income as current borrowings on the balance sheet. is recognised for each of the department’s major activities Statement of changes in equity as follows: Output appropriations The statement of changes in equity presents reconciliations of non-owner and owner changes in equity from opening Income from the outputs the department provides to balance at the beginning of the reporting period to the government is recognised when those outputs have closing balance at the end of the reporting period. It also been delivered and the relevant minister has certified shows separately changes due to amounts recognised in the delivery of those outputs in accordance with specified ‘Comprehensive result’ and amounts recognised in ‘Other performance criteria. economic flows – other movements in equity’ related to Special appropriations ‘Transactions with owner in its capacity as owner.’ Under section 201VC of the Planning and Environment Act Rounding 1987 income related to the Growth Areas Public Transport Fund (GAPTF) and the Building New Communities Fund Amounts in the financial statements have been rounded to the (BNCF) is recognised when the amount appropriated for that nearest $1 000, unless otherwise stated. purpose is due and payable to the department.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 69 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Interest Commonwealth grants Interest income includes interest received on bank term Grants payable by the Commonwealth Government are deposits and other investments. recognised as income when the department gains control over the contribution. Where such grants are payable into Interest income is recognised using the effective interest the Consolidated Fund, they are reported as administered method which allocates the interest over the relevant period. income. For reciprocal grants, the department is deemed to Sales of goods and services have assumed control when the department has satisfied its performance obligations under the grant. For non-reciprocal Income from the supply of services grants, the department is deemed to have assumed control Income from the supply of services is recognised by when the grant is receivable or received. Conditional grants reference to the stage of completion of the services may be reciprocal or non-reciprocal depending on the terms performed. The income is recognised when: of the grant. Commonwealth grants are disclosed as income in the schedule of Administered Items (see Note 3). • the amount of the income, stage of completion and transaction costs incurred can be reliably measured Fair value of assets and services received free • it is probable that the economic benefits associated of charge or for nominal consideration with the transaction will flow to the department. Contributions of resources received free of charge or for Under the stage of completion method, income is recognised nominal consideration are recognised at fair value when by reference to labour hours supplied or to labour hours control is obtained over them, irrespective of whether these supplied as a percentage of total services to be performed contributions are subject to restrictions or conditions over their in each annual reporting period. use. Contributions in the form of services are only recognised when a fair value can be reliably determined and the services Income from sale of goods would have been purchased if not received as a donation. Income from the sale of goods is recognised by the department when: (g) Expenses from transactions • the department no longer has any of the significant Expenses from transactions are recognised as they are risks and rewards of ownership of the goods transferred incurred and reported in the financial year to which they relate. to the buyer • the department no longer has continuing managerial Employee expenses involvement to the degree usually associated with Refer to the section in Note 1(M) regarding employee benefits. ownership, nor effective control over the goods sold These expenses include all costs related to employment • the amount of income, and the costs incurred or (other than superannuation which is accounted for to be incurred in respect of the transaction, can be separately) including wages and salaries, fringe benefits reliably measured tax, leave entitlements, redundancy payments and Work • it is probable that the economic benefits associated Cover premiums. with the transaction will flow to the department. Superannuation Sale of goods and services includes regulatory fees which The amount recognised in the comprehensive operating are recognised at the time the regulatory fee is billed. statement in the employer contributions for members of both defined benefit and defined contribution superannuation plans Grants that are paid or payable during the reporting period. Income from grants (other than contribution by owners) is The Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) in their Annual recognised as income when the department gains control Financial Statements, disclose on behalf of the State as the over the contribution. sponsoring employer, the net defined benefit cost related to the members of these plans as an administered liability. Refer to DTF’s Annual Financial Statements for more detailed disclosures in relation to these plans.
70 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Depreciation Capital asset charge All buildings, plant and equipment and other non-financial The capital asset charge is calculated on the budgeted physical assets (excluding items under operating leases and carrying amount of applicable non-financial physical assets. land) that have a finite useful life are depreciated. Depreciation is generally calculated on a straight-line basis, at rates that Other operating expenses allocate the asset’s value, less any estimated residual value, Other operating expenses generally represent the day to day over its estimated useful life. Refer to Note 1(L) for the running costs incurred in normal operations. depreciation policy for leasehold improvements. Supplies and services The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation Supplies and services costs which are recognised as an method are reviewed at the end of each annual reporting expense in the reporting period in which they are incurred. period, and adjustments made where appropriate. Bad and doubtful debts The useful lives that have been used in calculation of Refer to Note 1 (K) Impairment of financial assets. depreciation are tabled in Note 8. Fair value of assets and services provided free of charge Land and core cultural assets, which are considered to have or for nominal consideration an indefinite life, are not depreciated. Depreciation is not recognised in respect of these assets as their service potential Contributions of resources provided free of charge or for has not, in any material sense, been consumed during the nominal consideration are recognised at their fair value when reporting period. the transferee obtains control over them, irrespective of whether restrictions or conditions are imposed over the use of Intangible produced assets with finite useful lives are the contributions, unless received from another government depreciated as an expense from transactions on a department or agency as a consequence of a restructuring of systematic (typically straight line) basis over the asset’s administrative arrangements. In the latter case, such a transfer useful life. Depreciation begins when the asset is available will be recognised at its carrying value. for use, that is, when it is in the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner Contributions in the form of services are only recognised when intended by management. a fair value can be reliably determined and the services would have been purchased if not donated. The consumption of intangible non-produced assets with finite useful lives is not classified as a transaction, but as (h) Other economic flows included in amortisation and is included in the net result as an other net result economic flow. Other economic flows measure the change in volume or value Intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not depreciated of assets or liabilities that do not result from transactions. or amortised, but are tested annually for impairment. Net gain/(loss) on non-financial assets Interest expense Net gain/(loss) on non-financial assets and liabilities includes Interest expenses are recognised as expenses in the period realised and unrealised gains and losses as follows: in which they are incurred. Revaluations gains/ (losses) of non-financial Grants and other expense transfers physical assets Grants and other transfers to third parties (other than Refer to Note 1 (L) Revaluations of non-financial contribution to owners) are recognised as an expense in physical assets the reporting period in which they are paid or payable. Disposal of non-financial assets They include transactions such as grants, subsidies and other transfer payments. Any gain or loss on the disposal of non-financial assets is recognised at the date of disposal and is determined after deducting from the proceeds the carrying value of the asset at that time.
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Impairment of non-financial assets (i) Administered income Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives (and intangible assets not yet available for use) are tested annually Taxes, fines and regulatory fees for impairment (as described below) and whenever there is an The department does not gain control over assets arising from indication that the asset may be impaired. taxes, fines and regulatory fees, consequently no income is All other assets are assessed annually for indications of recognised in the department’s financial statements. impairment, except for: The department collects these amounts on behalf of the • non-financial physical assets held for sale. State. Accordingly, the amounts are disclosed as income in the schedule of Administered Items (see Note 3). Refer to If there is an indication of impairment, the assets concerned Note 1 (F) Income from transactions for the accounting are tested as to whether their carrying value exceeds their of grants. possible recoverable amount. Where an asset’s carrying value exceeds its recoverable amount, the difference is written off Grants from the Commonwealth Government as an other economic flow, except to the extent that the write- and other jurisdictions down can be debited to an asset revaluation surplus amount The department’s administered grants mainly comprise applicable to that class of asset. funds provided by the Commonwealth to assist the State If there is an indication that there has been a change in the Government in meeting general or specific service delivery estimate of an asset’s recoverable amount since the last obligations, primarily for the purpose of aiding in the financing impairment loss was recognised, the carrying amount shall be of the operations of the recipient, capital purposes and/or increased to its recoverable amount. This reversal of impairment for on-passing to other recipients. Grants also include grants loss occurs only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount for on passing from other jurisdictions. The department does not exceed the carrying amount that would have does not have control over these grants, and the income been determined, net of depreciation and amortisation, if no is not recognised in the department’s financial statements. impairment loss had been recognised in prior years. Administered grants are disclosed in the schedule of Administered Items in Note 3. It is deemed that, in the event of the loss or destruction of an asset, the future economic benefits arising from the use of the asset will be replaced unless a specific decision to the (j) Financial instruments contrary has been made. The recoverable amount for most Financial instruments arise out of contractual agreements assets is measured at the higher of depreciated replacement that give rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial cost and fair value less costs to sell. Recoverable amount liability or equity instrument of another entity. Due to the for assets held primarily to generate net cash inflows is nature of the department’s activities, certain financial assets measured at the higher of the present value of future cash and financial liabilities arise under statute rather than a flows expected to be obtained from the asset and fair value contract. Such financial assets and financial liabilities do less costs to sell. not meet the definition of financial instruments in AASB Refer to Note 1 (L) in relation to the recognition and 132 Financial Instruments: Presentation. For example, measurement of non financial assets. statutory receivables arising from taxes, fines and penalties do not meet the definition of financial instruments as they Net gain/(loss) on financial instruments do not arise under contract. However, guarantees issued by the Treasurer on behalf of the department are financial Net gain/(loss) on financial instruments includes: instruments because, although authorised under statute, • impairment and reversal of impairment for financial the terms and conditions for each financial guarantee may instruments at amortised cost (refer to Note 1(J). vary and are subject to an agreement. Where relevant, for note disclosure purposes, a distinction is Other gains/(losses) from other economic flows made between those financial assets and financial liabilities Other gains/(losses) from other economic flows include the that meet the definition of financial instruments in accordance gains or losses from: with AASB 132 and those that do not. • the revaluation of the present value of the long service The following refers to financial instruments unless leave liability due to changes in the bond interest rates. otherwise stated.
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Categories of non derivative financial Derivative financial instruments instruments Derivative financial instruments are classified as held for trading financial assets and liabilities. They are initially Loans and receivables recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into. Derivatives are carried as assets Loans and receivables are financial instrument assets with when their fair value is positive and as liabilities when their fair fixed and determinable payments that are not quoted on value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in an active market. These assets are initially recognised at the fair value derivatives after initial recognition, are recognised fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs. in the consolidated comprehensive operating statement as an Subsequent to initial measurement, loans and receivables other economic flow included in the net result. are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment. Offsetting financial instruments Loans and receivables category includes cash and deposits, Financial instrument assets and liabilities are offset and the net term deposits with maturity greater than three months, amount presented in the consolidated balance sheet when, trade receivables, loans and other receivables, but not and only when, the department concerned has a legal right to statutory receivables. offset the amounts and intend either to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. Financial assets and liabilities at fair value Reclassification of financial instruments through profit and loss Subsequent to initial recognition and under rare Financial assets are categorised as fair value through profit circumstances, non derivative financial instruments assets or loss at trade date if they are classified as held for trading that have not been designated at fair value through profit or or designated as such upon initial recognition. Financial loss upon recognition, may be reclassified out of the fair value instrument assets are designated at fair value through through profit or loss category, if they are no longer held for profit or loss on the basis that the financial assets form the purpose of selling or repurchasing in the near term. part of a group of financial assets that are managed by the Financial instrument assets that meet the definition of entity concerned based on their fair values, and have their loans and receivables may be reclassified out of the fair performance evaluated in accordance with documented risk value through profit and loss category into the loans and management and investment strategies. receivables category, where they would have met the Financial instruments at fair value through profit or loss are definition of loans and receivables had they not been required initially measured at fair value and attributable transaction to be classified as fair value through profit and loss. In these costs are expensed as incurred. Subsequently, any changes cases, the financial instrument assets may be reclassified out in fair value are recognised in the net result as other economic of the fair value through profit and loss category, if there is the flows. Any dividend or interest on a financial asset is intention and ability to hold them for the foreseeable future or recognised in the net result from transactions. until maturity. Financial liabilities at amortised cost Available for sale financial instrument assets that meet the definition of loans and receivables may be reclassified into the Financial instrument liabilities are initially recognised on loans and receivables category if there is the intention and the date they are originated. They are initially measured at ability to hold them for the foreseeable future or until maturity. fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, these financial instruments (k) Financial assets are measured at amortised cost with any difference between the initial recognised amount and the redemption value being Cash and deposits recognised in profit and loss over the period of the interest Cash and deposits, including cash equivalents, comprise cash bearing liability, using the effective interest rate method. on hand and cash at bank, deposits at call and those highly Financial instrument liabilities measured at amortised liquid investments with an original maturity of three months cost include all of the departments contracted payables, or less, which are held for the purpose of meeting short term deposits held and advances received, and interest bearing cash commitments rather than for investment purposes, and arrangements other than those designated at fair value which are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and through profit or loss. are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.
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Receivables • the department retains the right to receive cash flows from the asset, but has assumed an obligation to pay Receivables consist of: them in full without material delay to a third party under • contractual receivables, which include mainly debtors a ‘pass through’ arrangement, or in relation to goods and services, loans to third • the department has transferred its rights to receive cash parties, accrued investment income, and finance lease flows from the asset and either: receivables (refer to Note 1 (N) Leases) (a) has transferred substantially all the risk and rewards of • statutory receivables, which include predominantly the asset, or amounts owing from the Victorian Government and GST input tax credits recoverable. Receivables that are (b) has neither transferred nor retained substantially all contractual are classified as financial instruments. Statutory the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred receivables are not classified as financial instruments. control of the asset.
Contractual receivables that are contractual are classified as Where the department has neither transferred nor retained financial instruments and categorised as loans and receivables substantially all the risks and rewards or transferred control, (refer to Note (J) for recognition and measurement). Statutory the asset is recognised to the extent of the department’s receivables, are recognised and measured similarly to continuing involvement in the asset. contractual receivables (except for impairment), but are not Impairment of financial assets classified as financial instruments because they do not arise from a contract. At the end of each reporting period, the department assesses whether there is objective evidence that a financial asset or Receivables are subject to impairment testing as described group of financial assets is impaired. All financial instrument below. A provision for doubtful receivables is recognised assets, except those measured at fair value through profit or when there is objective evidence that the debts may not be loss, are subject to annual review for impairment. collected, and bad debts are written off when identified. Receivables are assessed for bad and doubtful debts on Investments and other financial assets a regular basis. Those bad debts considered as written off Investments are classified in the following categories: by mutual consent are classified as a transaction expense. Bad debts not written off by mutual consent and the • financial assets at fair value through profit or loss allowance for doubtful receivables are classified as other • loans and receivables economic flows in the net result. • held-to-maturity The amount of the allowance is the difference between the • available-for-sale financial assets. financial asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the effective The classification depends on the purpose for which the interest rate. investments were acquired. Management determines the classification of its investments at initial recognition. In assessing impairment of statutory (non-contractual) financial assets, which are not financial instruments, professional Any dividend or interest earned on the financial asset is judgement is applied in assessing materiality using estimates, recognised in the comprehensive operating statement as averages and other computational methods in accordance a transaction. with AASB 136 Impairment of Assets. Derecognition of financial assets (l) Non-financial assets A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is Non-financial assets classified as held-for-sale, derecognised when: including disposal group assets • the rights to receive cash flows from the asset have Non-financial physical assets (including disposal group assets) expired, or are treated as current and classified as held-for-sale if their carrying amount will be recovered through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use.
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This condition is regarded as met only when: The fair value of infrastructure systems and plant, equipment and vehicles, is normally determined by • the asset is available for immediate use in the reference to the asset’s depreciated replacement cost or current condition where the infrastructure is held by a for-profit entity, the fair • the sale is highly probable and the asset’s sale is value may be derived from estimates of the present value of expected to be completed within 12 months from the future cash flows. For plant, equipment and vehicles, existing date of classification. depreciated historical cost is generally a reasonable proxy for depreciated replacement cost because of the short lives of These non-financial physical assets, related liabilities and the assets concerned. financial assets are measured at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell, and are not subject to Certain assets are acquired under finance leases, which may depreciation or amortisation. form part of a service concession arrangement. Refer to notes 1(N) Leases and 1(P) Commitments for more information. Property, plant and equipment The cost of constructed non-financial physical assets includes All non-financial physical assets are measured initially at cost the cost of all materials used in construction, direct labour and subsequently revalued at fair value less accumulated on the project, and an appropriate proportion of variable and depreciation and impairment. Where an asset is acquired fixed overheads. for no or nominal cost, the cost is it’s fair value at the date of acquisition. Assets transferred as part of a machinery-of- For the accounting policy on impairment of non-financial government change as transferred at their carrying amount. physical assets, refer to impairment of non-financial assets under Note 1 (H) Impairment of non-financial assets. The initial cost for non-financial physical assets under a finance lease (refer to Note 1(N) ) is measured at amounts Leasehold improvements equal to the fair value of leased asset or, if lower, the present The cost of a leasehold improvements is capitalised as an value of the minimum lease payments, each determined at asset and depreciated over the shorter of the remaining term the inception of the lease. of the lease or the estimated useful life of the improvements. Non-financial physical assets such as other Crown land, and Revaluations of non-financial physical assets heritage assets are measured at fair value with regard to the Non-financial physical assets are measured at fair value on property’s highest and best use after due consideration is a cyclical basis in accordance with the Financial Reporting made for any legal or constructive restrictions imposed on Directions (FRDs) issued by the Minister for Finance. A full the asset, public announcements or commitments made revaluation normally occurs every five years, based upon in relation to the intended use of the asset. Theoretical the asset’s government purpose classification, but may opportunities that may be available in relation to the asset occur more frequently if fair value assessments indicate are not taken into account until it is virtually certain that the material changes in values. Independent valuers are generally restrictions will no longer apply. used to conduct these scheduled revaluations. Any interim revaluations are determined in accordance with the The fair value of cultural assets and collections, heritage requirements of the FRDs. assets and other non-financial physical assets that the department intends to preserve because of their unique Revaluation increases or decreases arise from differences historical, cultural or environmental attributes, is measured between an asset’s carrying value and fair value. at the replacement cost of the asset less, where applicable, Net revaluation increases (where the carrying amount of a accumulated depreciation (calculated on the basis of such class of assets is increased as a result of a revaluation) are cost to reflect the already consumed or expired future recognised in ‘Other economic flows- other movements in economic benefits of the asset) and any accumulated equity’ and accumulated equity under the asset revaluation impairment. These policies and any legislative limitations and surplus. However, the net revaluation increase is recognised restrictions imposed on their use and/or disposal may impact in the net result to the extent that it reverses a net revaluation their fair value. decrease in respect of the same class of property, plant and equipment previously recognised as an expense (other economic flows) in the net result.
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Net revaluation decreases are recognised in ‘Other economic Other non-financial assets flows – other movements in equity’ to the extent that a credit balance exists in the asset revaluation surplus in respect of the Prepayments same class of property, plant and equipment. Otherwise, the Other non-financial assets include prepayments which net revaluation decreases are recognised immediately as other represent payments in advance of receipt of goods or services economic flows in the net result. The net revaluation decrease or that part of expenditure made in one accounting period recognised in ‘Other economic flows – other movements in covering a term extending beyond that period. equity’ reduces the amount accumulated in equity under the asset revaluation surplus. (m) Liabilities Revaluation increases and decreases relating to individual Payables assets within a class of property, plant and equipment, are offset against one another within that class but are not offset Payables consist of: in respect of assets in different classes. Any asset revaluation • contractual payables, such as accounts payable, and surplus is not normally transferred to accumulated funds on unearned income including deferred income from de-recognition of the relevant asset. concession arrangements. Accounts payable represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Intangible assets department prior to the end of the financial year that Purchased intangible assets are initially recognised at cost. are unpaid, and arise when the department becomes Subsequently, intangible assets with finite useful lives are obliged to make future payments in respect of the carried at cost less accumulated depreciation/amortisation purchase of the goods and services and accumulated impairment losses. Costs incurred • statutory payables, such as goods and services tax subsequent to initial acquisition are capitalised when it is and fringe benefits tax payables. expected that additional future economic benefits will flow to the department. Contractual payables are classified as financial instruments and categorised as financial liabilities at amortised cost When the recognition criteria in AASB 138 Intangible Assets (refer to note 1(J)) financial instruments. Statutory payables are met, internally generated intangible assets are recognised are recognised and measured similarly to contractual and measured at cost less accumulated depreciation/ payables, but are not classified as financial instruments and amortisation and impairment. not included in the category of financial liabilities at amortised Refer to Note 1 (G) Depreciation and Amortisation of non- cost, because they do not arise from a contract. produced intangible assets and Note 1 (H) Impairment of non-financial assets. Borrowings An internally generated intangible asset arising from All interest bearing liabilities are initially recognised at fair development (or from the development phase of an internal value of the consideration received, less directly attributable project) is recognised if, and only if, all of the following transaction costs (refer also to Note 1(N) Leases). are demonstrated: The measurement basis subsequent to initial recognition depends on whether the department has categorised (a) the technical feasibility of completing the intangible its interest-bearing liabilities as either financial liabilities asset so that it will be available for use or sale designated at fair value through profit or loss, or financial (b) an intention to complete the intangible asset and use liabilities at amortised costs. Any difference between the initial or sell it recognised amount and the redemption value is recognised in (c) the ability to use or sell the intangible asset net result over the period of the borrowing using the effective interest method. (d) the intangible asset will generate probable future economic benefits Provisions (e) the availability of adequate technical, financial and other Provisions are recognised when the department has a present resources to complete the development and to use or obligation, the future sacrifice of economic benefits is probable, sell the intangible asset and the amount of the provision can be measured reliably. (f) the ability to measure reliably the expenditure attributable to the intangible asset during its development.
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The amount recognised as a liability is the best estimate of the Conditional LSL is disclosed as a non-current liability. consideration required to settle the present obligation at the There is an unconditional right to defer the settlement of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties entitlement until the employee has completed the requisite surrounding the obligation. Where a provision is measured years of service. This non-current LSL liability is measured at using the cash flows estimated to settle the present obligation, present value. its carrying amount is the present value of those cash flows, using discount rate that reflects the time value of money and Any gain or loss following revaluation of the present value risks specific to the provision. of non-current LSL liability is recognised as a transaction, except to the extent that a gain or loss arises due to changes When some or all of the economic benefits required to settle in bond interest rates for which it is then recognised as an a provision are expected to be received from a third party, ‘other economic flow’ (refer to Note 1(H) Other gains/(losses) the receivable is recognised as an asset if it is virtually certain from other economic flows). that recovery will be received and the amount of the receivable can be measured reliably. (iii) Termination benefits Employee benefits Termination benefits are payable when employment is terminated before the normal retirement date, or when an Provision is made for benefits accruing to employees in employee accepts a voluntary redundancy in exchange respect of wages and salaries, annual leave and long service for these benefits. The department recognises termination leave for services rendered to the reporting date. benefits when it is demonstrably committed to either (i) Wages and salaries, annual leave terminating the employment of current employees according and sick leave to a detailed formal plan without possibility of withdrawal or providing termination benefits as a result of an offer made Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary to encourage voluntary redundancy. Benefits falling due benefits annual leave and accumulating sick leave are more than 12 months after balance sheet are discounted to recognised in the provision for employee benefits, classified present value. as current liabilities. Those liabilities which are expected to be settled within 12 months of the reporting period, Employee benefits on-costs are measured at the nominal values. Those liabilities that Employee benefits on-costs such as payroll tax, workers are not expected to be settled within 12 months are also compensation and superannuation are recognised separately recognised in the provision for employee benefits as current from the provision for employee benefits. liabilities, but≈are measured at present value of the amounts Derecognition of financial liabilities expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled using the A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under remuneration rate expected to apply at the time of settlement. the liability is discharged, cancelled or expired.
(ii) Long service leave (n) Leases Liability for long service leave (LSL) is recognised in the A lease is a right to use an asset for an agreed period of time provision for employee benefits. in exchange for payment. Unconditional LSL is disclosed in the notes to the financial Leases are classified at their inception as either operating statements as a current liability even where the department or finance leases based on the economic substance of the does not expect to settle the liability within 12 months agreement so as to reflect the risks and rewards incidental because it will not have the unconditional right to defer the to ownership. Leases of infrastructure, property, plant and settlement of the entitlement should an employee take leave equipment are classified as finance infrastructure leases within 12 months. whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the The components of this current LSL liability are measured at: risks and rewards of ownership from the lessor to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases. • nominal value – component that the department expects to settle within 12 months • present value – component that the department does not expect to settle within 12 months.
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Finance leases (p) Commitments Department as lessee Commitments for future expenditure include operating At the commencement of the lease term, finance leases are and capital commitments arising from contracts. These initially recognised as assets and liabilities at amounts equal commitments are disclosed by way of a note (refer to Note 17) to the fair value of the lease property or, if lower, the present at their nominal value and inclusive of the goods and services value of the minimum lease payment, each determined at the tax (GST) payable. In addition, where it is considered inception of the lease. The lease asset is depreciated over the appropriate and provides additional relevant information to shorter of the estimated useful life of the asset or the term of users, the net present values of significant individual projects the lease. are stated. These future expenditures cease to be disclosed as commitments once the related liabilities are recognised in Minimum finance lease payments are apportioned between the balance sheet. reduction of the outstanding lease liability, and periodic finance expense which is calculated using the interest rate (q) Contingent assets and contingent implicit in the lease and charged directly to the comprehensive liabilities operating statement. Contingent rentals associated with finance leases are recognised as an expense in the period in Contingent assets and contingent liabilities are not recognised which they are incurred. in the balance sheet, but are disclosed by way of a note and, if quantifiable, are measured at nominal value. Contingent Operating leases assets and liabilities are presented inclusive of GST receivable Department as lessee or payable respectively. Operating lease payments, including any contingent rentals, are recognised as an expense in the comprehensive (r) Accounting for the Goods and operating statement on a straight-line basis over the lease Services Tax (GST) term, except where another systematic basis is more Income, expenses and assets are recognised net of the representative of the time pattern of the benefits derived amount of associated GST, except where GST incurred is not from the use of the leased asset. The leased asset is not recoverable from the taxation authority. In this case the GST recognised in the balance sheet. payable is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the All incentives for the agreement of a new or renewed asset or as part of the expense. operating lease are recognised as an integral part of the Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of the net consideration agreed for the use of the leased asset, amount of GST receivable or payable. The net amount of irrespective of the incentive’s nature or form or the timing GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority of payments. is included with other receivables or payables in the In the event that lease incentives are received to enter balance sheet. into operating leases, the aggregate cost of incentives are Cash flows are presented on a gross basis. The GST recognised as a reduction of rental expense over the lease components of cash flows arising from investing or financing term on a straight-line basis, unless another systematic activities which are recoverable from, or payable to the basis is more representative of the time pattern in which taxation authority, are presented as operating cash flow. economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed. Commitments and contingent assets and liabilities are also (o) Equity stated inclusive of GST. Contributions by owners Additions to net assets which have been designated as contributions by owners are recognised as contributed capital. Other transfers that are in the nature of contributions or distributions have also been designated as contributions by owners.
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(s) Events after reporting period (t) AASs issued that are not yet effective Assets, liabilities, income or expenses arise from past Certain new AASs have been published that are not transactions or other past events. Where the transactions mandatory for the 30 June 2012 reporting period. DTF result from an agreement between the department and assesses the impact of all these new standards and advises other parties, the transactions are only recognised when the the department of their applicability and early adoption agreement is irrevocable at or before the end of the reporting where applicable. period. Adjustments are made to amounts recognised in the As at 30 June 2012, the following AASs have been issued by financial statements for events which occur after the reporting the AASB but not yet effective. They become effective for the period and before the date the financial statements are first financial statements for reporting periods commencing authorised for issue, where those events provide information after the stated operative dates as follows: about conditions which existed in the reporting period. Note disclosure is made about events between the end of the reporting period and the date the financial statements are authorised for issue where the events relate to conditions which arose after the end of the reporting period and which may have a material impact on the results of subsequent reporting years.
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 9 Financial instruments This standard simplifies requirements 1-Jan-13 Detail of impact is still for the classification and measurement being assessed. of financial assets resulting from Phase 1 of the IASB’s project to replace IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement (AASB 139 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement). AASB 10 Consolidated Financial This standard establishes principles 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities are Statements for the presentation and preparation not permitted to apply of consolidated financial statements this Standard prior to the when an entity controls one or more mandatory application other entities and supersedes those date. The AASB is requirements in AASB 127 Consolidated assessing the applicability and Separate Financial Statements of principles in AASB 10 and Interpretation 112 Consolidation – in a not for profit context. Special Purpose Entities. As such, impact will be assessed after the AASB’s deliberation. AASB 11 Joint Arrangements This standard requires entities that have 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities are an interest in arrangements that are not permitted to apply controlled jointly to assess whether the this Standard prior to the arrangement is a joint operation or joint mandatory application venture. AASB 11 shall be applied for date. The AASB is an arrangement that is a joint operation. assessing the applicability It also replaces parts of requirements in of principles in AASB 11 AASB 131 Interests in Joint Ventures. in a not for profit context. As such, impact will be assessed after the AASB’s deliberation.
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Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 12 Disclosure of Interests in This standard requires disclosure 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities are Other Entities of information that enables users of not permitted to apply financial statements to evaluate the this Standard prior to the nature of, and risks associated with, mandatory application interests in other entities and the effects date. The AASB is of those interests on the financial assessing the applicability statements. This Standard replaces the of principles in AASB 12 disclosure requirements in AASB 127 in a not for profit context. and AASB 131. As such, impact will be assessed after the AASB’s deliberation. AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement This standard outlines the requirements 1-Jan-13 Disclosure for fair for measuring the fair value of assets value measurements and liabilities and replaces the existing using unobservable fair value definition and guidance in inputs are relatively other AASs. AASB 13 includes a onerous compared to ‘fair value hierarchy’ which ranks the disclosure for fair value valuation technique inputs into three measurements using levels using unadjusted quoted prices observable inputs. in active markets for identical assets Consequently, the or liabilities; other observable inputs; Standard may increase and unobservable inputs. the disclosures for public sector entities that have assets measured using depreciated replacement cost. AASB 119 Employee Benefits In this revised standard for defined 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities benefit superannuation plans, there is are not permitted to a change to the methodology in the apply this Standard calculation of superannuation expenses, prior to the mandatory in particular there is now a change in the application date. split between superannuation interest While the total expense (classified as transactions) and superannuation expense actuarial gains and losses (classified is unchanged, the revised as ‘Other economic flows – other methodology is expected movements in equity’) reported on the to have a negative impact comprehensive operating statement. on the net result from transactions of the general government sector and for those few Victorian public sector entities that report superannuation defined benefit plans.
80 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 127 Separate Financial This revised standard prescribes the 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities are Statements accounting and disclosure requirements not permitted to apply for investments in subsidiaries, joint this Standard prior to the ventures and associates when an entity mandatory application prepares separate financial statements. date. The AASB is assessing the applicability of principles in AASB 127 in a not for profit context. As such, impact will be assessed after the AASB’s deliberation. AASB 128 Investments in This revised standard sets out the 1-Jan-13 Not for profit entities are Associates and Joint Ventures requirements for the application of not permitted to apply the equity method when accounting this Standard prior to the for investments in associates and mandatory application joint ventures. date. The AASB is assessing the applicability of principles in AASB 128 in a not for profit context. As such, impact will be assessed after the AASB’s deliberation. AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of This standard establishes a differential 1-Jul-13 The Victorian Government Australian Accounting Standards financial reporting framework consisting is currently considering of two tiers of reporting requirements the impacts of Reduced for preparing general purpose Disclosure Requirements financial statements. (RDRs) for certain public sector entities and has not decided if RDRs will be implemented in the Victorian public sector. AASB 2009-11 Amendments to This standard gives effect to 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standards consequential changes arising from the is expected from arising from AASB 9 [AASB 1, 3, 4, issuance of AASB 9. these consequential 5, 7, 101, 102, 108, 112, 118, 121, amendments on 127, 128, 131, 132, 136, 139, 1023 entity reporting. and 1038 and Interpretations 10 and 12] AASB 2010-2 Amendments This standard makes amendments to 1-Jul-13 The Victorian Government to Australian Accounting many Australian Accounting Standards, is currently considering Standards arising from Reduced including Interpretations, to introduce the impacts of Reduced Disclosure Requirements reduced disclosure requirements to Disclosure Requirements the pronouncements for application by (RDRs) for certain public certain types of entities. sector entities and has not decided if RDRs will be implemented in the Victorian public sector.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 81 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 2010-7 Amendments to These consequential amendments are 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standards in relation to the introduction of AASB 9. is expected from arising from AASB 9 (December these consequential 2010) [AASB 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 101, 102, amendments on 108, 112, 118, 120, 121, 127, 128, entity reporting. 131, 132, 136, 137, 139, 1023 & 1038 and Interpretations 2, 5, 10, 12, 19 & 127] AASB 2010-8 Amendments to This amendment provides a practical Beginning This amendment Australian Accounting Standards approach for measuring deferred tax 1-Jan-12 provides additional – Deferred Tax: Recovery of assets and deferred tax liabilities when clarification through Underlying Assets [AASB 112] measuring investment property by practical guidance. using the fair value model in AASB 140 Investment Property. AASB 2010-10 Further The amendments ultimately affect 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Amendments to Australian AASB 1 First-time Adoption of is expected on Accounting Standards – Removal of Australian Accounting Standards and entity reporting. Fixed Dates for First-time Adopters provide relief for first-time adopters of [AASB 2009-11 & AASB 2010-7] Australian Accounting Standards from having to reconstruct transactions that occurred before their date of transition to Australian Accounting Standards. AASB 2011-2 Amendments to The objective of this amendment is to 1-Jul-13 The Victorian Government Australian Accounting Standards include some additional disclosure from is currently considering arising from the Trans-Tasman the Trans-Tasman Convergence Project the impacts of Reduced Convergence Project – Reduced and to reduce disclosure requirements Disclosure Requirements Disclosure Requirements [AASB 101 for entities preparing general purpose (RDRs) and has not & AASB 1054] financial statements under Australian decided if RDRs will Accounting Standards – Reduced be implemented in the Disclosure Requirements. Victorian public sector. AASB 2011-3 Amendments to This amends AASB 1049 to clarify 1-Jul-12 This amendment provides Australian Accounting Standards the definition of the ABS GFS Manual, clarification to users – Orderly Adoption of Changes to andto facilitate the adoption of preparing the whole of the ABS GFS Manual and Related changes to the ABS GFS Manual government and general Amendments [AASB 1049] and related disclosures. government sector financial reports on the version of the GFS Manual to be used and what to disclose if the latest GFS Manual is not used. No impact on departmental or entity reporting. AASB 2011-4 Amendments to This standard amends AASB 124 1-Jul-13 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standards to Related Party Disclosures by removing is expected from Remove Individual Key Management the disclosure requirements in AASB these consequential Personnel Disclosure Requirements 124 in relation to individual key amendments on [AASB 124] management personnel (KMP). entity reporting.
82 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 2011-6 Amendments The objective of this standard is 1-Jul-13 The Victorian Government to Australian Accounting to make amendments to AASB is currently considering Standards – Extending Relief from 127 Consolidated and Separate the impacts of Reduced Consolidation, the Equity Method Financial Statements, AASB 128 Disclosure Requirements and Proportionate Consolidation – Investments in Associates and AASB (RDRs) and has not Reduced Disclosure Requirements 131 Interests in Joint Ventures to decided if RDRs will [AASB 127, AASB 128 & AASB 131] extend the circumstances in which be implemented in the an entity can obtain relief from Victorian public sector. consolidation, the equity method or proportionate consolidation. AASB 2011-7 Amendments to This standard outlines consequential 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standards changes arising from the issuance is expected from arising from the Consolidation and of the five ‘new Standards’ to other these consequential Joint Arrangements Standards Standards. For example, references to amendments on [AASB 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 2009-11, AASB 127 Consolidated and Separate entity reporting. 101, 107, 112, 118, 121, 124, 132, Financial Statements are amended 133, 136, 138, 139, 1023 & 1038 to AASB 10 Consolidated Financial and Interpretations 5, 9, 16 & 17] Statements or AASB 127 Separate Financial Statements, and references to AASB 131 Interests in Joint Ventures are deleted as that Standard has been superseded by AASB 11 and AASB 128 (August 2011). AASB 2011-8 Amendments to This amending standard makes 1-Jan-13 Disclosures for fair value Australian Accounting Standards consequential changes to a range of measurements using arising from AASB 13 [AASB 1, 2, Standards and Interpretations arising unobservable inputs is 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 2009-11, 2010-7, 101, from the issuance of AASB 13. In potentially onerous, and 102, 108, 110, 116, 117, 118, 119, particular, this Standard replaces may increase disclosures 120, 121, 128, 131, 132, 133, 134, the existing definition and guidance for assets measured 136, 138, 139, 140, 141, 1004, of fair value measurements in other using depreciated 1023 & 1038 and Interpretations 2, Australian Accounting Standards replacement cost. 4, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 131 & 132] and Interpretations. AASB 2011-9 Amendments to The main change resulting from 1-Jul-12 This amending standard Australian Accounting Standards this standard is a requirement for could change the current – Presentation of Items of Other entities to group items presented in presentation of ‘Other Comprehensive Income [AASB 1, other comprehensive income (OCI) economic flows- other 5, 7, 101, 112, 120, 121, 132, 133, on the basis of whether they are movements in equity’ 134, 1039 & 1049] potentially reclassifiable to profit or that will be grouped on loss subsequently (reclassification the basis of whether adjustments). These amendments they are potentially do not remove the option to present reclassifiable to profit or profit or loss and other comprehensive loss subsequently. No income in two statements, nor change other significant impact the option to present items of OCI either will be expected. before tax or net of tax.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 83 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods AASB 2011-10 Amendments to This standard makes consequential 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standards changes to a range of other is expected from arising from AASB 119 (September Australian Accounting Standards and these consequential 2011) [AASB 1, AASB 8, AASB Interpretation arising from the issuance amendments on 101, AASB 124, AASB 134, of AASB 119 Employee Benefits. entity reporting. AASB 1049 & AASB 2011-8 and Interpretation 14] AASB 2011-11 Amendments This standard makes amendments 1-Jul-13 The Victorian Government to AASB 119 (September 2011) to AASB 119 Employee Benefits is currently considering arising from Reduced Disclosure (September 2011), to incorporate the impacts of Reduced Requirements reduced disclosure requirements into Disclosure Requirements the Standard for entities applying Tier 2 (RDRs) and has not requirements in preparing general decided if RDRs will purpose financial statements. be implemented in the Victorian public sector. AASB 2011-12 Amendments to This standard makes amendments 1-Jan-13 There may be an impact Australian Accounting Standards to AASB 1 First-time Adoption of for new agencies arising from Interpretation 20 Australian Accounting Standards, that adopt Australian [AASB 1] as a consequence of the issuance Accounting Standards of IFRIC Interpretation 20 Stripping for the first time. No Costs in the Production Phase of a implication is expected Surface Mine. This Standard allows for existing entities in the the first-time adopters to apply the Victorian public sector. transitional provisions contained in Interpretation 20. 2011-13 Amendments to This standard aims to improve the 1-Jul-12 No significant impact Australian Accounting Standard – AASB 1049 Whole of Government and is expected from Improvements to AASB 1049 General Government Sector Financial these consequential Reporting at the operational level. The amendments on main amendments clarify a number of entity reporting. requirements in AASB 1049, including the amendment to allow disclosure of other measures of key fiscal aggregates as long as they are clearly distinguished from the key fiscal aggregates and do not detract from the information required by AASB 1049. Furthermore, this Standard provides additional guidance and examples on the classification between ‘transactions’ and ‘other economic flows’ for GAAP items without GFS equivalents.
84 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 1. Summary of significant accounting policies (continued)
Standard/Interpretation Summary Applicable Impact on public for annual sector entity reporting financial statements periods 2012-1 Amendments to Australian This amending standard prescribes 1-Jul-13 As the Victorian whole Accounting Standards – Fair Value the reduced disclosure requirements of government and the Measurement – Reduced Disclosure in a number of Australian Accounting general government (GG) Requirements [AASB 3, AASB 7, Standards as a consequence sector are subject to Tier AASB 13, AASB 140 & AASB 141] of the issuance of AASB 13 Fair 1 reporting requirements Value Measurement. (refer to AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards), the reduced disclosure requirements included in AASB 2012-1 will not affect the financial reporting for Victorian whole of government and GG sector. AASB Interpretation 20 Stripping This Interpretation clarifies when 1-Jan-13 No significant impact Costs in the Production Phase of a production stripping costs should lead is expected on Surface Mine to the recognition of an asset and entity reporting. how that asset should be initially and subsequently measured.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 85 Note 2. Departmental (controlled) outputs
A description of departmental outputs performed during Investing in communities the year ended 30 June 2012, and the objectives of these outputs, are summarised below. Description of output This output group contributes to ensuring that Victorians Metropolitan and regional planning and have more opportunities to participate in community, development cultural and sporting activities and have an increasing say Description of output about the future of their communities. The output group also aims to ensure that Victorian communities and local councils This output group aims to address future growth and change are valued and supported. and create new prosperity, more opportunity and a better quality of life in metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria by: Objectives Objectives • strengthen the capacity of communities through investment in communities and community organisations • strengthening the economic base of regional Victoria • support and strengthen the sustainability of Victoria’s to create more jobs and improve career opportunities community and not for profit community organisations • facilitating land supply in growth areas whilst preserving • work in partnership with the local government sector to open space and agricultural needs encourage and support best practice and continuous • providing better infrastructure, facilities and services development in local governance in regional and rural Victoria • conduct compliance audits and make recommendations • delivering urban renewal, design and development for improvement to ensure the local government sector • streamlining planning regulation and systems meets the highest standards of accountability and • administering the planning system and statutory transparency in governance and administration responsibilities of the Minister for Planning • lead and coordinate delivery of whole of government • protecting and managing Victoria’s cultural and policy for Indigenous populations and veterans in Victoria natural heritage • provide funding and coordination to develop and extend • guiding the development and implementation of regional sport and recreation opportunities in Victoria. and metropolitan plans. Changes to the output structure The department has made the following changes to its output structure for 2011-12: • The 2010-11 output group ‘Planning communities for growth and change’ has been retitled ‘Metropolitan and regional planning and development’ • The 2010-11 output groups ‘Strengthening communities and promoting inclusion’ and ‘Investing in community capacity and infrastructure’ have been consolidated into a single output group, ‘Investing in communities’.
86 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 2. Departmental (controlled) outputs (continued)
Schedule A – Controlled income and expenses for the year ended 30 June 2012
Investing in communities (Strengthening Metropolitan and communities and regional planning promoting inclusion/ and development Investing in community (Planning communities capacity and for growth and change) (1) infrastructure) (1) Departmental total 2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Income from transactions Output appropriations 280,403 214,060 198,256 258,466 478,659 472,526 Special appropriations 17,971 15,800 – 53,173 17,971 68,973 Interest 10,579 5,250 10 990 10,589 6,240 Grants and other income transfers 10,647 22,494 50,766 47,510 61,413 70,004
Other income 622 499 2,041 993 2,663 1,492 Total income from transactions 320,222 258,103 251,073 361,132 571,295 619,235
Expenses from transactions Employee expenses (50,699) (51,097) (44,422) (50,204) (95,121) (101,301) Depreciation and amortisation (3,735) (3,350) (2,924) (2,815) (6,659) (6,165) Interest expense (71) (83) (140) (115) (211) (198) Grants and other expense transfers (180,693) (136,874) (175,920) (269,785) (356,613) (406,659) Capital asset charge (3,296) (2,655) (2,983) (3,176) (6,279) (5,831) Other operating expenses (48,839) (48,524) (22,506) (34,236) (71,345) (82,760) Total expenses from transactions (287,333) (242,583) (248,895) (360,331) (536,228) (602,914) Net result from transactions 32,889 15,520 2,178 801 35,067 16,321 (net operating balance)
Note: (1) Output groups have been amended since the 2010-2011 Annual Financial Report. 2011-2012 actuals represent the new 2011-2012 output groups, whereas the 2010-2011 output groups are provided as a comparison.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 87 Note 2. Departmental (controlled) outputs (continued)
Schedule A – Controlled income and expenses for the year ended 30 June 2012 (continued)
Investing in communities (Strengthening Metropolitan and communities and regional planning promoting inclusion/ and development Investing in community (Planning communities capacity and for growth and change) (1) infrastructure) (1) Departmental total 2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 Other economic flows included in net result Net gain/(loss) on non-financial (4,427) 96 (6,932) 176 (11,359) 272 assets Net gain/(loss) on financial (5) 121 35 25 30 146 instruments Other gains/(losses) from other (369) 7 (203) 5 (572) 12 economic flows Total other economic flows included (4,801) 224 (7,100) 206 (11,901) 430 in net result Net result 28,088 15,744 (4,922) 1,007 23,166 16,751
Other economic flows – other non- owner changes in equity Changes in revaluation surplus – – 7,138 14,977 7,138 14,977 Changes in cash flow hedge deficit – – 344 1,094 344 1,094 Total other economic flows – – – 7,482 16,071 7,482 16,071 other non-owner changes in equity Comprehensive result 28,088 15,744 2,560 17,078 30,648 32,822
Schedule B – Controlled assets and liabilities as at 30 June 2012
2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Assets Financial assets 329,794 292,950 47,570 55,854 377,364 348,804 Non-financial assets 211,668 203,197 99,328 79,358 310,996 282,555 Total assets 541,462 496,147 146,898 135,212 688,360 631,359
Liabilities Total Liabilities 58,119 54,454 34,230 44,378 92,349 98,832 Net assets 483,343 441,693 112,668 90,834 596,011 532,527
Note: (1) Output groups have been amended since the 2010-2011 Annual Financial Report. 2011-2012 actuals represent the new 2011-2012 output groups, whereas the 2010-2011 output groups are provided as a comparison.
88 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 3. Administered (non-controlled) items
In addition to the specific departmental operations which are included in the financial statements (balance sheet, comprehensive operating statement and cash flow statement), the department administers or manages activities on behalf of the state. The transactions relating to these state activities are reported as administered items in this note. Administered transactions give rise to income, expenses, assets and liabilities and are determined on an accrual basis. Administered income includes taxes, fees and fines and the proceeds from the sale of administered surplus land and buildings. Administered assets include government incomes earned but yet to be collected. Administered liabilities include government expenses incurred, but yet to be paid. Both the controlled departmental financial statement and these administered items are consolidated into the financial statements of the state.
Investing in communities (Strengthening Metropolitan and communities and regional planning promoting inclusion/ and development Investing in community (Planning communities capacity and for growth and change) (1) infrastructure) (1) Departmental total 2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Administered income from transactions Appropriations – Payments made – – 412 550 412 550 on behalf of the State Grants 11,812 924 648,204 496,196 660,016 497,120 Refunds and other miscellaneous 999 1,149 285 9,457 1,284 10,606 income Total administered income from 12,811 2,073 648,901 506,203 661,712 508,276 transactions
Administered expenses from transactions Payments to local government (8,279) (481) (646,696) (503,353) (654,975) (503,834) Other grants and transfer payments (523) (48) (165) (656) (688) (704) Other expenses from ordinary (6,378) (5,670) (2,333) (1,619) (8,711) (7,289) activities Total administered expenses (15,180) (6,199) (649,194) (505,628) (664,374) (511,827) from transactions
Total administered net result from transactions (net operating (2,369) (4,126) (293) 575 (2,662) (3,551) balance)
Total administered comprehensive (2,369) (4,126) (293) 575 (2,662) (3,551) result
Note: (1) Output groups have been amended since the 2010-2011 Annual Financial Report. 2011-2012 actuals represent the new 2011-2012 output groups, whereas the 2010-2011 output groups are provided as a comparison.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 89 Note 3. Administered (non-controlled) items (continued)
Investing in communities (Strengthening Metropolitan and communities and regional planning promoting inclusion/ and development Investing in community (Planning communities capacity and for growth and change) (1) infrastructure) (1) Departmental total 2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Administered financial assets Receivables (194) (270) (127) 306 (321) 36 Prepayments – – – 1 – 1 Investments 2,024 1,406 673 1,372 2,697 2,778 Total administered financial assets 1,830 1,136 546 1,679 2,376 2,815 Total administered assets 1,830 1,136 546 1,679 2,376 2,815
Administered liabilities Creditors and accruals 195 161 (45) 804 150 965 Deposits repayable 21 17 12 11 33 28 Total administered liabilities 216 178 (33) 815 183 993 Total administered net assets 1,614 958 579 864 2,193 1,822
Note: (1) Output Groups have been amended since the 2010-2011 Annual Financial Report. 2011-2012 actuals represent the new 2011-2012 output groups, whereas the 2010-2011 output groups are provided as a comparison.
90 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 3. Administered (non-controlled) items (continued)
Payments to local government across all outputs include cash payments greater than $5million to the following entities:
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Ararat Rural City Council 6,567 5,408 Ballarat City Council 13,545 10,600 Banyule City Council 5,397 4,303 Bass Coast Shire Council 7,068 5,280 Baw Baw Shire Council 10,228 7,792 Boroondara City Council 5,304 4,111 Brimbank City Council 16,807 12,920 Buloke Shire Council 6,492 5,505 Campaspe Shire Council 14,506 10,283 Cardinia Shire Council 11,560 8,609 Casey City Council 20,640 15,840 Central Goldfields Shire Council 5,897 3,625 Colac-Otways Shire Council 7,373 5,739 Corangamite Shire Council 8,687 6,980 Darebin City Council 6,024 4,707 East Gipplsand Shire Council 17,232 13,121 Frankston City Council 10,975 8,624 Gannawarra Shire Council 6,565 5,151 Glenelg Shire Council 9,061 6,917 Golden Plains Shire Council 6,199 4,915 Greater Bendigo Council 18,187 14,289 Greater Dandenong Council 13,232 10,514 Greater Geelong Council 24,202 18,736 Greater Shepparton City Council 13,120 10,240 Hepburn Shire Council 5,959 4,220 Hindmarsh Shire Council 5,037 4,198 Horsham Rural City Council 7,264 5,564 Hume City Council 15,639 11,536 Indigo Shire Council 5,308 4,150
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 91 Note 3. Administered (non-controlled) items (continued)
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Kingston City Council 5,388 4,150 Knox City Council 9,699 7,700 LaTrobe City Council 14,333 11,340 Loddon Shire Council 8,844 7,286 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 7,923 6,241 Maroondah Council 6,169 4,895 Melton Shire Council 13,822 10,126 Mildura Rural City Council 15,292 12,003 Mitchell Shire Council 7,889 5,927 Moira Shire Council 10,634 8,471 Monash City Council 5,845 4,534 Moorabool Shire Council 7,183 5,399 Moreland City Council 6,964 5,569 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 7,851 5,669 Mount Alexander Shire Council 5,055 4,221 Moyne Shire Council 9,227 7,254 Murrindindi Shire Council 5,682 4,490 Northern Grampians Shire 8,372 6,263 Pyrenees Shire Council 6,987 4,981 South Gippsland Shire Council 10,131 7,893 Southern Grampians Shire Council 8,328 6,549 Strathbogie Shire Council 5,767 4,332 Swan Hill Rural Council 7,650 6,161 Wangaratta Rural Council 8,005 6,208 Wellington Shire Council 14,308 11,316 West Wimmera Shire Council 6,164 4,801 Whittlesea City Council 13,820 9,950 Wodonga City Council 5,709 4,373 Wyndham City Council 15,587 10,841 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 17,357 13,498 Yarriambiack Shire Council 5,901 4,636 Other payments to local government totalling <$5m 69,014 52,880 654,975 503,834
92 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 4. Income from transactions
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(a) Interest Interest from financial assets not at fair value through P/L: – Interest on bank deposits 10,589 6,240 Total interest from financial assets not at fair value through P/L 10,589 6,240 Total interest 10,589 6,240
(b) Grants and other income transfers Special purpose grants 61,413 70,004 Total grants and other income transfers 61,413 70,004
(c) Other income Other (aggregate of immaterial items) 2,664 1,492 Total other income 2,664 1,492
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 93 Note 5. Expenses from transactions
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(a) Employee expenses Post employment benefits-superannuation expense (7,023) (7,239) Salary and wages (72,615) (76,927) Recreational leave (7,875) (8,737) Long service leave (1,197) (2,201) On-costs (6,411) (6,197) Total employee benefits (95,121) (101,301)
(b) Depreciation Depreciation of property, plant and equipment – Buildings (402) (391) – Plant, equipment and vehicles (4,255) (4,038) Total depreciation of property, plant and equipment (4,657) (4,429) Amortisation expense (1) (2,002) (1,736) Total depreciation and amortisation (6,659) (6,165)
(c) Interest expense Interest on finance leases (211) (198) Total interest expense (211) (198)
Note: (1) This is the amortisation for intangible produced assets with finite useful lives.
94 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 5. Expenses from transactions (continued)
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(d) Grants and expense other transfers Local Government and libraries Other local governments with payments totalling <$5m (183,256) (159,996) (183,256) (159,996)
State Government Departments Department of Transport (10,626) (1,250) Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (8,826) (93) Department of Justice (2,036) (26,761) Department of Business and Innovation (3,420) (9,349) Department of Sustainability and Environment (2,012) (3,700) Department of Health (1,205) – Other departments with payments totalling <$5m (626) (11,438) (28,751) (52,591)
State statutory authorities and agencies Victorian Institute of Sport (8,004) (6,377) Adult Community & Further Education – (19,903) Places Victoria (26,183) (52,067) Growth Areas Authority (10,708) (11,160) Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre (2,765) (2,627) Other agencies with payments totalling <$5m (5,248) (5,022) (52,908) (97,156)
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 95 Note 5. Expenses from transactions (continued)
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
External organisations, individuals and others Other non-government agencies (91,698) (96,916) (91,698) (96,916) Total grants and other expense transfers (356,613) (406,659)
(e) Other operating expenses Supplies and services: – Office and accommodation (8,493) (9,262) – Contract and professional expenses (36,903) (44,073) – Equipment and maintenance hire (865) (544) – General (5,406) (6,748) – Shared services (8,303) (10,226) Total supplies and services (59,970) (70,853)
Operating lease rental expenses: – Minimum lease payments (8,352) (8,552) Total operating lease rental expenses (8,352) (8,552) Other (3,023) (3,355) Total other operating expenses (71,345) (82,760)
96 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 6. Other economic flows included in net result
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(a) Net gain/(loss) on non-financial assets Write down of property plant and equipment (1) (12,615) – Net gain on disposal of property plant and equipment 1,256 272 (11,359) 272
(b) Net gain/(loss) on financial instruments Impairment of: – Loans and receivables 30 146 Total net gain/(loss) on financial instruments 30 146
(c) Other gains/(losses) from other economic flows Net gain/(loss) arising from revaluation of long service leave liability (572) 12 Total other gains/(losses) from other economic flows (572) 12
Note: (1) During the financial year the department has derecognised $7 million towards the Eastern Recreation Precinct incorporating the State Basketball Centre as the project was completed during the financial year and did not meet the asset recognition test.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 97 Note 7. Receivables
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current receivables Contractual Provision for doubtful contractual receivables (1) (17) (52) Interest receivable 93 3,426 Accrued revenue 1,100 – Other receivables (1) 2,157 11,173 3,333 14,547
Statutory Amounts owing from Victorian Government (2) 46,643 58,799 GST input tax credit recoverable 1,375 4,379 48,018 63,178 Total current receivables 51,351 77,725
Non-current receivables Contractual Loan Receivable 4,122 –
Statutory Amounts owing from Victorian Government (2) 2,506 2,879 Total non-current receivables 6,628 2,879
Total receivables 57,979 80,604
Notes: (1) The average credit period for sales of goods and services and for other receivables is 30 days. No interest has been charged on other receivables greater than 30 days from the date of invoice. A provision has been made for estimated irrecoverable amounts from the sale of goods when there is objective evidence that an individual receivable is impaired. The increase was recognised in the net result for the current financial year. (2) The amounts recognised from Victorian Government represent funding for all commitments incurred through the appropriations and are drawn from the Consolidated Fund as the commitments fall due.
98 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 7. Receivables (continued)
(a) Movement in the provision for doubtful contractual receivables
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Balance at beginning of the year (52) (197) (Increase)/Decrease in provision recognised in the net result 35 145 Balance at end of the year (17) (52)
(b) Ageing analysis of contractual receivables
Please refer to Table 19.1 in Note 19 for the ageing analysis of contractual receivables.
(c) Nature and extent of risk arising from contractual receivables Please refer to Note 19(b) for the nature and extent of credit risk arising from contractual receivables.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 99 Note 8. Property, plant and equipment
Table 8.1: Classification by ‘Purpose groups’ – carrying amounts (1)
Public Administration Total 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Nature based classification(1) Land at fair value 154,196 149,513 154,196 149,513
Buildings: At cost 765 4,530 765 4,530 At fair value (valuation 2012) 20,791 15,008 20,791 15,008 Less accumulated depreciation (3) (1,894) (3) (1,894) Buildings and structures – construction in progress 106,184 82,968 106,184 82,968
Leasehold improvements: Leasehold improvements – at cost 17,732 17,730 17,732 17,730 Less accumulated depreciation (10,956) (8,736) (10,956) (8,736)
Plant and equipment: At cost 10,170 10,646 10,170 10,646 Less accumulated depreciation (5,195) (4,612) (5,195) (4,612)
Restricted assets: (2) At cost 1,040 434 1,040 434 Net carrying amount of property, plant and equipment 294,724 265,587 294,724 265,587
Notes: (1) Property, plant and equipment are classified primarily by the ‘purpose’ for which the assets are used, according to one of the six ‘purpose groups’ based upon government purpose classifications (GPC). All assets within a purpose group are further sub-categorised according to the asset’s ‘nature’ (i.e. buildings, plant and equipment, etc), with each sub-category being classified as a separate class of asset for financial reporting purposes. (2) The department holds heritage and cultural assets, which cannot be modified or disposed of unless there is ministerial approval.
100 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 8. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Table 8.2: Classification by “Public administration” purpose group – movements in carrying amounts
Crown/ Buildings – freehold construction Leasehold Plant and Restricted land Buildings in progress improvements equipment assets (1) Total $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
2012 Opening balance 149,513 17,644 82,968 8,994 6,034 434 265,587
Additions 4,229 5,903 28,024 670 3,397 – 42,223 Disposals (3,398) (4,272) – (601) (1,854) – (10,125) Transfers for capitalisation – – (4,808) – (670) – (5,478) Revaluation 3,852 2,680 – – – 606 7,138 Depreciation – (402) – (2,287) (1,968) – (4,657) Transfers to disposal –– – – 36 – 36 group held for sale Closing balance 154,196 21,553 106,184 6,776 4975 1040 294,724
Note: (1) The department holds heritage and cultural assets, which cannot be modified or disposed of unless there is ministerial approval.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 101 Note 8. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Table 8.3: Classification by “Public administration” purpose group – movements in carrying amount
Crown/ Buildings – freehold construction Leasehold Plant and Restricted land Buildings in progress improvements equipment assets (1) Total $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
2011 Opening balance 131,078 17,767 27,514 7,732 5,254 434 189,779 Fair value of assets provided free of 75 – – – – – 75 charge or for nominal considerations Additions 5,777 – 55,454 2,832 2,641 – 66,704 Disposals (2,795) (1,170) – – (1,137) – (5,102) Transfers for capitalisation 14,977 – – – – – 14,977 Net additions/(reductions) 401 1,438 – 496 1,132 – 3,467 through restructuring Depreciation – (391) – (2,066) (1,972) – (4,429) Transfers to disposal –– – – 116 – 116 group held for sale Closing balance 149,513 17,644 82,968 8,994 6,034 434 265,587
Note: (1) The department holds heritage assets, which cannot be modified or disposed of unless there is ministerial approval.
102 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 8. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
The following useful lives of assets are used in the calculation of depreciation: Buildings 40 to 50 years Leasehold improvements 2 to 10 years Plant and equipment 3 to 15 years Leased plant and equipment 3 to 15 years Intellectual property 10 years
Table 8.4: Aggregate depreciation recognised as an expense during the year
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Buildings at fair value 402 391 Leasehold improvements 2,287 2,066 Plant and equipment 659 878 Leased plant and equipment 1,309 1,094 Depreciation expense 4,657 4,429
Restricted assets The department holds $1,040,000 worth of properties listed as heritage and cultural assets. These heritage and cultural assets cannot be modified nor disposed of without formal ministerial approval. Freehold land and buildings carried as fair value An independent valuation of the department’s land and buildings was performed by the Valuer General Victoria to determine the fair value of the land and buildings. The valuation, which conforms to Australian Valuation Standards, was determined by reference to the amounts for which assets could be exchanged between knowledgeable willing parties in an arm’s length transaction. Fair value is determined by direct reference to recent market transactions on arm’s length terms for land and buildings of comparable size and location to the department. The valuation was based on independent assessments. The effective date of the valuation is 30 June 2012.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 103 Note 9. Intangible assets
Construction in Capitalised software progress software Total
2012 2011 2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Gross carrying amount Opening balance 19,664 15,213 1,284 2,614 20,948 17,827 Additions 346 4,451 1,704 3,121 2,050 7,572 Transfer for capitalisation – – (346) (4,451) (346) (4,451) Closing balance 20,010 19,664 2,642 1,284 22,652 20,948
Accumulated amortisation Opening balance (4,456) (2,720) – – (4,456) (2,720) Amortisation expense (1) (2,002) (1,736) – – (2,002) (1,736) Closing balance (6,458) (4,456) – – (6,458) (4,456)
Net book value at the end of the financial year 13,552 15,208 2,642 1,284 16,194 16,492
Note: (1) The consumption of intangible assets is included in the ‘depreciation and amortisation’ line item in the comprehensive operating statement.
Note 10. Other non-financial assets
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current other assets Prepayments 52 476 Plant and equipment held for sale 27 – Total current other assets 79 476 Total other assets 79 476
104 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 11. Payables
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current payables Contractual Supplies and services (1) 40,257 50,113 Other payables 21,321 17,434
Statutory Taxes payable 425 662 Total current payables 62,003 68,209
Total payables 62,003 68,209
Note: (1) The credit terms of the department is 30 days.
(a) Maturity analysis of contractual payables Please refer to Table 19.2 in Note 19 for the maturity analysis of contractual payables.
(b) Nature and extent of risk arising from contractual payables Please refer to Note 19 for the nature and extent of risks arising from contractual payables.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 105 Note 12. Borrowings
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current borrowings Lease liabilities (Note 16) (1) 1,681 1,862 Total current borrowings 1,681 1,862
Non-current borrowings Lease liabilities (Note 16) (1) 1,845 2,166 Total non-current borrowings 1,845 2,166
Total borrowings 3,526 4,028
Note: (1) Secured by the assets leased. Finance leases are effectively secured as the rights to the leased assets revert to the lessor in the event of default.
(a) Maturity analysis of borrowings Please refer to Table 19.2 in Note 19 for the maturity analysis of interest bearing liabilities.
(b) Nature and extent of risk arising from borrowings Please refer to Note 19 for the nature and extent of risks arising from interest bearing liabilities.
(c) Defaults and breaches During the current and prior year, there were no defaults and breaches of any of the loans.
106 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 13. Provisions
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current provisions Employee benefits (refer Note 13(a)) – annual leave: Unconditional and expected to settle within 12 months 7,382 6,897 Employee benefits (refer Note 13(a)) – long service leave: Unconditional and expected to settle within 12 months 1,493 1,544 Unconditional and expected to settle after 12 months 13,439 13,898 Total current provisions 22,314 22,339
Non-current provisions Employee benefits (refer Note 13(a)) – long service leave 2,506 2,879 Total non-current provisions 2,506 2,879
Total provisions 24,820 25,218
(a) Employee benefits
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Current employee benefits Annual leave entitlements 7,382 6,897 Long service leave entitlements 14,932 15,442 22,314 22,339
Non-current employee benefits Long service leave entitlements 2,506 2,879 2,506 2,879 Total employee benefits 24,820 25,218
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 107 Note 14. Superannuation
Employees of the department are entitled to receive superannuation benefits and the department contributes to both defined benefit and defined contribution plans. The defined benefit plans provides benefits based on years of service and final average salary. The department does not recognise any defined benefit liability in respect of the plan(s) because the entity has no legal or constructive obligation to pay future benefits relating to its employees; its only obligation is to pay superannuation contributions as they fall due. The Department of Treasury and Finance discloses the State’s defined benefit liabilities in its disclosure for administered items. However, superannuation contributions paid or payable for the reporting period are included as part of employee benefits in the comprehensive operating statement of the department. The name and details of the major employee superannuation funds and contributions made by the department are as follows:
Fund Paid contribution for the year
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Defined benefit plans State Superannuation Scheme – revised and new 1,412 1,446
Defined contribution plans Victorian Superannuation Fund – VicSuper scheme 4,274 4,599 Other 1,337 1,194 Total 7,023 7,239
Notes: The bases for determining the level of contributions is determined by the various actuaries of the superannuation plans. The above amounts were measured as at 30 June of each year, or in the case of employer contributions they relate to the years ended 30 June.
Note 15. Other liability disclosures
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Other liabilities Unearned revenue 2,000 1,033 Nominal liability on cash flow hedge – 344 Total other liabilities 2,000 1,377
108 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 16. Leases
Disclosures for lessees – finance leases Leasing arrangements Finance leases relate to equipment with lease terms of three years.
Minimum future lease Present value of minimum payments (1) future lease payments
2012 2011 2012 2011 $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Finance lease liabilities payable – Not longer than one year 1,856 2,053 1,681 1,862 – Longer than one year and not longer than five years 1,943 2,268 1,845 2,166 Minimum future lease payments (1) 3,799 4,321 3,526 4,028
Less future finance charges (273) (293) – – Present value of minimum lease payments 3,526 4,028 3,526 4,028
Included in the financial statements as: Current borrowings lease liabilities (Note 12) 1,681 1,862 Non-current borrowings lease liabilities (Note 12) 1,845 2,166 3,526 4,028
Note: (1) Minimum future lease payments include the aggregate of all lease payments and any guaranteed residual.
Disclosures for lessees – operating leases Leasing arrangements Operating leases relate to office locations in the central business district and regions with lease terms of between three to seven years, with an option to extend for a further three years. All operating lease contracts contain market review clauses in the event that the department exercises its option to renew. The department does not have an option to purchase the leased asset at the expiry of the lease period.
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Non-cancellable operating lease payables – Not longer than one year 7,145 8,276 – Longer than one year and not longer than five years 21,670 23,482 – Longer than five years 9,044 14,025 37,859 45,783
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 109 Note 17. Commitments for expenditure
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(a) Other expenditure commitments Other commitments include agreements entered into for the provision of financial, information technology and human resource services to the department and various construction contracts. Grant commitments are also included.
Payable: Not longer than one year 317,729 243,922 Longer than one year and not longer than five years 214,354 136,466 Longer than five years – 6,057 Total other expenditure commitments 532,083 386,445
Notes: (1) All amounts shown in the commitments note are nominal amounts inclusive of GST. (2) Finance leases and non-cancellable operating lease commitments are disclosed in Note 16.
Note 18. Contingent assets and contingent liabilities
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Contingent assets Court proceedings (1) 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Contingent liabilities Legal proceedings and disputes (2) (3) (4) 28,000 6,100 28,000 6,100
Notes: (1) The department was awarded costs through a court judgement for $1.2 million in November 2009. The matter is currently under appeal and will remain unpaid until it has been settled. (2) As at June 2012, the department had a legal claim for a breach of contract relating to the 2006 Commonwealth Games. The amount has been assessed by the department at approximately $5.5 million. Final judgement is expected to be handed down within the next 12 months. (3) As at 30 June 2012, the department had a legal claim for specified damages. The amount has been assessed by the department at approximately $2.9 million. (4) As at 30 June 2012, the department had a legal claim for specified damages. No court proceedings have commenced yet. The amount has been assessed by the department at approximately $19.6 million.
110 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 19. Financial instruments
(a) Financial risk management objectives and policies The Department’s principal financial instruments comprise of: • cash assets • term deposits • receivables (excluding statutory receivables) • payables (excluding statutory payables) • finance lease payables.
Details of the significant accounting policies and methods adopted, including the criteria for recognition, the basis of measurement, and the basis on which income and expenses are recognised, with respect to each class of financial asset, financial liability and equity instrument above are disclosed in Note 1 to the financial statements. The main purpose in holding financial instruments is to prudentially manage the department’s financial risks within the Government policy parameters. The department’s main financial risks include credit risk, liquidity risk, interest rate risk and market risk. The department manages these financial risks in accordance with its financial risk management policy. The department uses different methods to measure and manage the different risks to which it is exposed. Primary responsibility for the identification and management of financial risks rests with the financial risk management committee of the department. The carrying amounts of the department’s contractual financial assets and financial liabilities by category are in the table below. Categorisation of financial instruments
Contractual financial assets/ liabilities Contractual Contractual designated at fair financial financial value through assets-loans & liabilities at profit/loss receivables amortised cost Total 2012 ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets Cash and deposits – 319,384 – 319,384 Receivables – 7,456 – 7,456 Total contractual financial assets (a) – 326,840 – 326,840
Contractual financial liabilities Derivatives – – – – At amortised cost – – 65,823 65,823 Total contractual financial liabilities(a) – – 65,823 65,823
Note: (a) The total amounts disclosed here exclude statutory amounts (e.g. amounts owing from Victorian Government and GST input tax credit recoverable, and taxes payable).
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 111 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
Categorisation of financial instruments
Contractual financial assets/ liabilities Contractual Contractual designated at fair financial financial value through assets-loans & liabilities at profit/loss receivables amortised cost Total 2011 ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets Cash and deposits – 268,200 – 268,200 Receivables – 14,547 – 14,547 Total contractual financial assets (a) – 282,747 – 282,747
Contractual financial liabilities Derivatives 344 – – 344 At amortised cost – – 72,383 72,383 Total contractual financial liabilities(a) 344 – 72,383 72,727
Note: (a) The total amounts disclosed here exclude statutory amounts (e.g. amounts owing from Victorian Government and GST input tax credit recoverable, and taxes payable).
112 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
Net holding gain/(loss) on financial instruments by category
Total interest income/ (expense) Total 2012 ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets Financial assets – loans and receivables 10,618 10,618 Total contractual financial assets 10,618 10,618
Contractual financial liabilities Financial liabilities at amortised cost (211) (211) Total contractual financial liabilities (211) (211)
Net holding gain/(loss) on financial instruments by category
Total interest income/ (expense) Total 2011 ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets Financial assets – loans and receivables 6,386 6,386 Total contractual financial assets 6,386 6,386
Contractual financial liabilities Financial liabilities at amortised cost (198) (198) Total contractual financial liabilities (198) (198)
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 113 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
The net holding gains or losses disclosed above are determined as follows: For cash and deposits and loans or receivables, the net gain or loss is calculated by taking the interest revenue, plus or minus foreign exchange gains or losses arising from revaluation of the financial assets, and minus any impairment recognised in the net result. For financial liabilities measured at amortised cost, the net gain or loss is calculated by taking the interest expense, plus or minus foreign exchange gains or losses arising from the revaluation of financial liabilities measured at amortised cost.
(b) Credit risk Credit risk arises from the contractual financial assets of the department, which comprise cash and deposits and non-statutory receivables. The department’s exposure to credit risk arises from the potential default of counter party on their contractual obligations resulting in financial loss to the department. Credit risk is measured at fair value and is monitored on a regular basis. Credit risk associated with the department’s contractual financial assets is minimal because the main debtor is the Victorian Government. For debtors other than government, it is the department’s policy to only deal with entities with high credit ratings of a minimum BBB rating and to obtain sufficient collateral or credit enhancements where appropriate. The department reviews receivables for impairment consistent with the ageing disclosed in Table 19.1. In addition, the department does not engage in hedging for its contractual financial assets and mainly obtains contractual financial assets that are on fixed interest, except for cash assets, which are mainly cash at bank. As with the policy for debtors, the department’s policy is to only deal with banks with high credit ratings. Provision of impairment for contractual financial assets is recognised when there is objective evidence that the department will not be able to collect a receivable. Objective evidence includes financial difficulties of the debtor, default payments, debts which are more than 60 days overdue, and changes in debtor credit ratings. The carrying amount of contractual financial assets recorded in the financial statements, net of any allowances for losses, represents the department’s maximum exposure to credit risk without taking account of the value of any collateral obtained. Contractual financial assets that are either past due or impaired There are no material financial assets which are individually determined to be impaired. Currently the department does not hold any collateral as security nor credit enhancements relating to any of its financial assets. There are no financial assets that have had their terms renegotiated so as to prevent them from being past due or impaired, and they are stated at the carrying amounts as indicated. The ageing analysis table above discloses the ageing only of contractual financial assets that are past due but not impaired.
114 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
Table 19.1: Ageing analysis of contractual financial assets
Past due but not impaired Not past Carrying due and not Less than 3 months amount impaired 1 Month 1-3 months - 1 year 1-5 years ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
2012 Receivables(i) 7,456 6,676 46 506 7 221
2011 Receivables(i) 14,547 11,606 2,582 334 22 3
Note: (i) Ageing analysis of receivables excludes statutory receivables totalling $50.523 million (2011:$66.057 million) for amounts owing from the Victorian Government and GST input tax credit recoverable as these amounts are not contractual and are therefore outside the scope of this disclosure.
(c) Liquidity risk Liquidity risk is the risk that the department would be unable to meet its financial obligations as and when they fall due. The department operates under the government fair payments policy of settling financial obligations within 30 days and in the event of a dispute, making payments within 30 days from the date of resolution. The department’s maximum exposure to liquidity risk is the carrying amounts of financial liabilities as disclosed in the face of the balance sheet. The department manages its liquidity risk via: • close monitoring of its short-term and long-term borrowings by senior management, including monthly reviews on current and future borrowing levels and requirements • maintaining an adequate level of uncommitted funds that can be drawn at short notice to meet its short term obligations • holding investments and other contractual financial assets that are readily tradeable in the financial markets • careful maturity planning of its financial obligations based on forecasts of future cash flows • a high credit rating for the State of Victoria (Moody’s Investor Services & Standard & Poor’s triple-A), which assists in assessing debt market at a lower interest rate.
The department’s exposure to liquidity risk is deemed insignificant based on prior periods’ data and current assessment of risk.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 115 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
The following table discloses the contractual maturity analysis for the department’s contractual financial liabilities.
Table 19.2: Maturity analysis of contractual financial liabilities
Maturity dates Carrying Nominal Less than 3 months amount amount (i) 1 Month 1-3 months - 1 year 1-5 years ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
2012 Payables:(i) Creditors and Accruals 61,578 61,578 61,578 – – – Interest bearing liabilities: Finance lease liabilities 3,799 3,799 297 279 1,279 1,944 Total 65,377 65,377 61,875 279 1,279 1,944
2011 Payables:(i) Creditors and Accruals 68,062 68,062 68,062 – – – Derivatives 344 344 – 344 – – Interest bearing liabilities: Finance lease liabilities 4,321 4,321 187 299 1,567 2,268 Total 72,727 72,727 68,249 643 1,567 2,268
Notes: (i) The carrying amounts disclosed exclude statutory amounts (e.g. GST payables). (ii) Maturity analysis is presented using the contractual undiscounted cash flows.
116 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
(d) Market risk The department’s exposures to market risk are primarily through interest rate risk and foreign currency risk. Objectives, policies and processes used to manage each of these risks are disclosed below. Foreign currency risk The department occasionally transacts in foreign currencies where the counter party invoices in a foreign currency; the foreign currency risk is managed by ensuring that the period from the initial transaction to settlement is short (less than 30 days). Interest rate risk Fair value interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The department does not hold any interest bearing financial instruments that are measured at fair value, therefore has nil exposure to fair value interest rate risk. Cash flow interest rate risk is the risk that the future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The department has minimal exposure to cash flow interest rate risks through its cash and deposits, term deposits and bank overdrafts that are at floating rate. The department manages this risk by mainly undertaking fixed rate or non interest bearing financial instruments with relatively even maturity profiles, with only insignificant amounts of financial instruments at floating rate. Management has concluded for cash at bank and bank overdraft, as financial assets that can be left at floating rate without necessarily exposing the department to significant bad risk, management monitors movement in interest rates on a daily basis. The department’s sensitivity to interest rate risk is set out in the Table 19.3. Sensitivity disclosure analysis and assumptions The department’s sensitivity to market risk is determined based on the observed range of actual historical data for the preceding five year period, with all variables other than the primary risk variable held constant. The department’s fund managers cannot be expected to predict movements in market rates and prices, sensitivity analyses shown are for illustrative purposes only. The following movements are ‘reasonably possible’ over the next 12 months: • a movement of 100 basis points up and down (2011: 200 basis points up and down) in market interest rates (AUD); • proportional exchange rate movement of 15 per cent down (2011: 15 per cent, depreciation of AUD) and 15 per cent up (2011: 15 per cent, appreciation of AUD) against the USD, from the year end rate of 0.90 (2011: 0.90).
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 117 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
Table 19.3 Below shows the impact on the department’s net result and equity for each category of financial instrument held by the department at year end as presented to key management personnel, if the above movements were to occur. Table 19.3: Market risk exposure – interest rate
2012 Interest rate risk (-100 basis points) (+100 basis points) Net Result Equity Net Result Equity Carrying amount ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets: Cash and cash deposits(i) 319,384 (2,405) – 2,405 – Receivables(ii) 7,456 – – – – Total impact (2,405) – 2,405 –
Contractual financial liabilities: Other Payables(ii) 62,024 – – – – Borrowings(iii) 3,799 – – – – Total impact – – – –
Notes: (i) All cash and deposits are held in Australian Dollars. $240.503 million cash and deposits were held on deposit at variable interest rates. The remainder of the balance was held in non-interest bearing accounts. This item is not subject to any other identified risk sensitivities. (ii) The carrying amount is denominated in Australian Dollars and is non-interest bearing. This item is not subject to the identified risk sensitivities. (iii) Borrowings solely relate to finance lease liabilities associated with motor vehicles. Each contract has interest fixed at the inception of the lease. This item is not subject to identified risk sensitivities.
118 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 19. Financial instruments (continued)
Table 19.3: Market risk exposure – interest rate
2011 Interest rate risk (-200 basis points) (+200 basis points) Net Result Equity Net Result Equity Carrying amount ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Contractual financial assets: Cash and cash deposits(i) 268,200 (5,364) – 5,364 – Receivables(ii) 14,547 – – – – Total impact (5,364) – 5,364 –
Contractual financial liabilities: Other Payables(ii) 68,062 – – – – Derivatives(ii) 344 – – – – Borrowings(iii) 4,320 – – – – Total impact – – – –
Notes: (i) All cash and deposits are held in Australian Dollars. $208.961 million cash and deposits were held on deposit at variable interest rates. The remainder of the balance was held in non-interest bearing accounts. This item is not subject to any other identified risk sensitivities. (ii) The carrying amount is denominated in Australian Dollars and is non-interest bearing. This item is not subject to the identified risk sensitivities. (iii) Interest bearing liabilities solely relate to finance lease liabilities associated with motor vehicles. Each contract has interest fixed at the inception of the lease. This item is not subject to identified risk sensitivities.
(e) Fair value The fair values and net fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities are determined as follows: • Level 1 – the fair value of financial instrument with standard terms and conditions and traded in active liquid markets are determined with reference to quoted market prices • Level 2 – the fair value is determined using inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the financial asset or liability, either directly or indirectly • Level 3 – the fair value is determined in accordance with generally accepted pricing models based on discounted cash flow analysis using unobservable market inputs.
The department considers that the carrying amount of financial instrument assets and financial liabilities recorded in the financial statements to be a fair approximation of their fair values, because of the short-term nature of the financial instruments and the expectation that they will be paid in full.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 119 Note 20. Cash flow information
(a) Reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents For the purpose of the cash flow statement, cash includes cash on hand and term deposits. Cash at the end of the financial year as shown on the Cash Flow Statement is reconciled to the related items in the Balance Sheet as follows:
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Total cash and deposits disclosed in the balance sheet (1) 319,384 268,200 Balance as per cash flow statement 319,384 268,200
Note: (1) Due to the State of Victoria’s investment policy and government funding arrangements, the department does not hold a large cash reserve in its bank accounts. Cash received by the department from the generation of income is generally paid into the State’s bank account, known as the public account. Similarly, any departmental expenditure, including those in the form of cheques drawn by the department for the payment of goods and services to its suppliers and creditors are made via the public account. The process is such that, the public account would remit to the department the cash required for the amount drawn on the cheques. This remittance by the public account occurs upon the presentation of the cheques by the department’s suppliers or creditors.
The above funding arrangements often result in departments having notional shortfall in the cash at bank required for payment of unpresented cheques at the reporting period. At 30 June 2012, cash at bank includes the amount of a notional shortfall for the payment of unpresented cheques of $2,611,902.51 (2011: $635,656.35).
(b) Reconciliation of net result for the period to net cash flows from operating activities
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Net result for the period 23,166 16,751 Non-cash movements Depreciation and amortisation of non-current assets 6,659 6,165 Increase/(decrease) in doubtful debts (35) (146) Net (gain)/loss on sale/disposal of non-current assets (1,256) (272) Resources provided free of charge or for nominal consideration (10) (75) Net loss on writedown of assets 12,614 –
Movements in assets and liabilities (Increase)/decrease in receivables 23,219 (16,698) Increase/(decrease) in payables and accruals 425 17,164 Increase/(decrease) in employee benefits (27) 929 (Increase)/decrease in prepayments (5,653) (95) (Increase)/decrease in other non-financial assets (328) 163 Net cash flows from/(used in) operating activities 58,774 23,886
120 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 21. Reserves and accumulated surplus
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
(i) Physical asset revaluation surplus Balance at beginning of financial year 32,180 17,203 Asset revaluation reserve 7,138 14,977 Balance at end of financial year 39,318 32,180
(ii) Cash flow hedge deficit(1) Balance at beginning of financial year (344) (1,438) Derivatives charged to equity 344 1,094 Balance at end of financial year – (344) Total reserves 39,318 31,836 Net change in reserves 7,482 16,071
Note: (1) The cash flow hedge eserver records the portion of the gain or loss on a hedging instrument in a cash flow hedge that is determined to be an effective hedge.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 121 Note 22. Summary of compliance with annual Parliamentary and special appropriations
(a) Summary of compliance with annual Parliamentary and special appropriations The following table discloses the details of the various annual Parliamentary appropriations received by the department for the year. In accordance with accrual output based management procedures ‘provision of outputs’ and ‘additions to net assets’ are disclosed as ‘controlled’ activities of the department. Administered transactions are those that are undertaken on behalf of the State over which the department has no control or discretion.
As at 30 June 2012 As at 30 June 2011 (comparatives) Financial Management Appropriation Act Act 1994 Annual Advance Section Section Section Total Appropriations Variance appropriation from 29 30 32 Parliamentary applied Treasurer authority
Controlled Provision for 499,533 2,275 8,655 900 13,634 524,997 478,659 46,338 (1) outputs 413,107 49,618 2,092 2,606 20,291 487,714 472,526 15,188
Additions to 183,119 438 – (900) 747 183,404 139,572 43,832 (1) net assets 160,556 1,750 590 (2,606) 6,959 167,249 103,518 63,731
Administered Payments made on behalf 850 –––– 850 412 438 of the State 850 –––– 850 550 300 Total 683,502 2,713 8,655 – 14,381 709,251 618,643 90,608 574,513 51,368 2,682 – 27,250 655,813 576,594 79,219
Note: (1) These variances represent the rephasing of some project expenditure to align with project milestones.
122 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 22. Summary of compliance with annual Parliamentary and special appropriations (continued)
(b) Summary of compliance with special appropriations
Appropriations applied 2012 2011 Authority Purpose ($ ‘000) ($ ‘000)
Section 138 of the Gaming Machine Control Act Contribution to the Community Support Fund – 53,173 Section 30 of the Planning and Environment Contribution to the Growth Areas Public 8,985 7,900 (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act Transport Fund Section 30 of the Planning and Environment Contribution to the Building New 8,985 7,900 (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act Communities Fund 17,970 68,973
Note 23. Ex gratia payments
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
The department has made the following ex gratia payments: Ex gratia payment 1,500 – Total 1,500 –
This ex gratia payment was made to a third party as a result of settlement of legal claims.
Note 24. Annotated income agreements
The following is a listing of section 29 annotated income agreements approved by the Treasurer.
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
User charges, or sales of goods and services Planning, Building and Heritage 6,880 2,090 Local Government Victoria 1,775 592 Total annotated income agreements 8,655 2,682
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 123 Note 25. Trust account balances
(a) Trust account balances relating to trust accounts controlled and/or administered by the department:
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Cash and cash equivalents and investments Controlled trusts State Development Special Projects Trust Account 49,007 40,646 Victorian Veteran's Fund 279 253 Casino Area Works Trust 437 419 Murrindindi Capacity Building Assistance Package Trust 2,969 5,716 Regional Growth Fund 235,078 205,954 Growth Area Public Transport Trust 16,672 7,902 Building New Communities Trust 17,302 7,902 Total controlled trusts 321,744 268,792
Administered trusts Public Service Commuters Club Trust Fund (7) 23 Anzac Day Proceeds Trust Fund 482 420 Metropolis Trust Fund 30 48 Natural Disaster Relief Trust 942 953 Paid Parental Leave Treasury Trust (1) 2 – Total administered trusts 1,449 1,444
(b) Trust accounts opened and closed by the department during 2012 Trust accounts opened during 2012 (1) Following the passing of the Paid Parental Leave Act 2010 DPCD has set up the Paid Parental leave Treasury Trust. Trust accounts closed during 2012 No trust accounts have been closed during 2012.
124 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 26. Responsible persons
In accordance with the Ministerial Directions issued by the Minister for Finance under the Financial Management Act 1994, the following disclosures are made regarding responsible persons for the reporting period.
Names
The persons who held the positions of ministers and accountable officer in the department are as follows;
Minister for Planning The Hon Matthew Guy MLC 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Minister for Local Government and Minister for The Hon Jeanette Powell, MP 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Aboriginal Affairs
Minister for Sport, Recreation and Veterans' Affairs The Hon Hugh Delahunty 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Minister for Regional cities The Hon Dr Denis Napthine, MP 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Minister for Regional and Rural Development The Hon Peter Ryan, MP 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2012 Secretary Mr Yehudi Blacher 1 July 2011 to 26 September 2011 Secretary Mr Andrew Tongue 27 September 2011 to 30 June 2012
Remuneration Remuneration received or receivable by the accountable officer in connection with the management of the department during the reporting period was in the range: Accountable officers $780,000 to $789,999 (2010-2011: $400,000 to $409,99) Mr Yehudi Blacher was the secretary of the department for the period 1 July 2011 to 26 September 2011, and Mr Andrew Tongue was the secretary of the department from 27 September 2011 to 30 June 2012. Amounts relating to ministers are reported in the financial statements of the Department of Premier and Cabinet. Other transactions Other related party transactions and loans requiring disclosure under the Directions of the Minister for Finance have been considered and there are no matters to report.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 125 Note 27. Remuneration of executives
The numbers of executive officers, other than ministers and the accountable officer are shown in the table below in the relevant base and total remuneration bands. Base remuneration is exclusive of bonus payments, long-service leave payments, redundancy payments and retirement benefits.
Base remuneration Total remuneration
2012 2011 2012 2011 Income band No. No. No. No.
Less than $100,000 7 12 6 11 $100,000 – 109,999 0 1 0 1 $110,000 – 119,999 2 1 2 0 $120,000 – 129,999 1 3 1 3 $130,000 – 139,999 1 0 1 2 $140,000 – 149,999 1 1 1 0 $150,000 – 159,999 3 3 2 2 $160,000 – 169,999 4 3 3 3 $170,000 – 179,999 3 3 3 3 $180,000 – 189,999 3 4 2 4 $190,000 – 199,999 5 3 3 3 $200,000 – 209,999 0 1 5 3 $210,000 – 219,999 2 1 1 0 $220,000 – 229,999 1 1 1 1 $230,000 – 239,999 3 3 1 0 $240,000 – 249,999 1 1 2 2 $250,000 – 259,999 0 0 2 3 $260,000 – 269,999 3 3 0 0 $270,000 – 279,999 1 2 0 0 $280,000 – 289,999 0 0 3 1 $290,000 – 299,999 0 0 1 3 $300,000 – 309,999 0 0 0 1 $350,000 – 359,999 0 0 1 0 Total number of executives 41 46 41 46 Total annualised employee equivalent (AEE) 35 35 Total amount ($'000) 6,754 7,002 7,383 7,410
126 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Note 28. Remuneration of auditors
2012 2011 $’000 $’000
Victorian Auditor-General’s Office Audit or review of the financial statements 149 144 149 144
Note 29. Subsequent events
Victorian Public Service Workplace Determination 2012 The Victorian Public Service Workplace Determination 2012 was made by Fair Work Australia on 23 July 2012, which replaces the 2009 Extended and Varied Version of the Victorian Public Service Agreement 2006. The Workplace Determination takes effect from 29 July 2012 and will remain in force until 31 December 2015. The Workplace Determination provides for wage increases of 3.25 per cent and 1.25 per cent on 1 July 2012 and 1 January 2013 respectively over 2012-13, with six monthly wage increases thereafter. A lump sum payment of $1,500 (or equivalent pro-rata amount for part time employees) will also be payable to eligible Victorian Public Service employees who received a salary on 1 July 2012 and were employed on 29 July 2012. As the Workplace Determination takes effect from 29 July 2012, no adjustments have been made to these financial statements other than for the impact on the estimated accrued employee benefits as at 30 June 2012.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 127 Accountable officer’s and chief finance and accounting officer’s declaration
The attached financial statements for the department have been prepared in accordance with Standing Direction 4.2 of the Financial Management Act 1994, applicable Financial Reporting Directions, Australian Accounting Standards, including Interpretations, and other mandatory professional reporting requirements. We further state that, in our opinion, the information set out in the comprehensive operating statement, balance sheet, statement of changes in equity, cash flow statement and accompanying notes, presents fairly the financial transactions during the year ended 30 June 2012 and financial position of the department at 30 June 2012. At the time of signing, we are not aware of any circumstance which would render any particulars included in the financial statements to be misleading or inaccurate. We authorise the attached financial statements for issue on 14 August 2012.
Greg Forck Andrew Tongue Chief Finance and Accounting Officer Secretary Department of Planning and Community Development Department of Planning and Community Development Melbourne Melbourne
Tuesday, 14 August, 2012 Tuesday, 14 August, 2012
128 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 129 130 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Budget portfolio outcomes Comprehensive operating statement for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note Actual Budget Variation 2011-12 2011-12 % $’000 $’000
Continuing operations Income from transactions Output appropriations 478,659 515,051 (7.1) Special appropriations 1 17,970 8,500 >100.0 Interest 10,589 8,500 24.6 Grants 61,413 62,230 (1.3) Other income 2,664 1,138 >100.0 Total income from transactions 571,295 595,419 (4.1)
Expenses from transactions Employee benefits (95,121) (94,906) (0.2) Depreciation and amortisation (6,659) (5,854) (13.8) Interest expense (211) –(>100.0) Grants and other transfers 2 (356,613) (422,550) 15.6 Capital asset charge (6,279) (6,279) – Other operating expenses (71,345) (73,261) 2.6 Total expenses from transactions (536,228) (602,851) 11.1 Net result from transactions (net operating balance) 35,067 (7,432) >100.0
Other economic flows included in net result Net gain/ (loss) on non-financial assets 3 (11,359) –(>100.0) Net gain/(loss) on financial instruments and statutory 30 – >100.0 receivables/payables Other gains/(losses) from other economic flows (572) –(>100.0) Total other economic flows (11,901) –(>100.0) Net result 23,166 (7,432) >100.0
Other economic flows – other non-owner changes in equity Changes in physical asset revaluation reserve 7,138 9,388 (24.0) Changes in cash flow hedge reserve 344 – >100.0 Total other economic flows – Other non-owner changes in equity 7,482 9,388 (20.3) Comprehensive result 30,648 1,956 >100.0
The following notes provide an explanation of the major items that contributed to the variation between the 2011-12 Actual and the 2011-12 Budget. 1. Due to increased receipts for Growth Areas Infrastructure Contributions. 2. This reflects a rephase of grant expenditures to better align with project milestones. 3. During the financial year the department has derecognised $7 million towards the Eastern Recreation Precinct incorporating the State Basketball Centre as the project was completed during the financial year and did not meet the asset recognition test.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 131 Balance sheet for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note Actual Budget Variation 2011-12 2011-12 % $’000 $’000
Assets Financial assets Cash and deposits 1 319,384 276,700 15.4 Receivables 2 57,979 66,989 (13.4) Total financial assets 377,363 343,689 9.8
Non-financial assets Inventories 27 – >100.0 Property, plant and equipment 3 294,724 369,074 (20.1) Intangible assets 16,194 18,495 (12.4) Other 52 476 (89.1) Total non-financial assets 310,997 388,045 (19.9) Total assets 688,360 731,734 (5.9)
Liabilities Payables 64,003 69,242 7.6 Interest bearing liabilities 3,526 4,372 19.4 Provisions 24,820 25,218 1.6 Total liabilities 92,349 98,832 6.6 Net assets 596,011 632,902 (5.8)
Equity Accumulated surplus/(deficit) 32,005 1,407 >100.0 Physical asset revaluation surplus 39,318 41,224 (4.6) Contributed capital 3 524,688 590,271 (11.1) Total equity 596,011 632,902 (5.8)
The following notes provide an explanation of the major items that contributed to the variation between the 2011-12 actual and the 2011-12 budget. 1. Increase in cash and deposits are due to higher levels of deposits held in funds administered by the department. 2. Variance is a result of the drawdown of funds owing from the Victorian Government. 3. This reflects a realignment of capital expenditures to better align with project milestones.
132 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Statement of changes in equity for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note Equity at Total Transactions with Equity at 1 July comprehensive owners in their 30 June 2012 2011 result capacity as owners (Actual) $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Accumulated surplus/(deficit) 8,839 23,166 – 32,005 8,839 23,166 – 32,005 Contributions by owners 491,852 – 32,836 524,688 491,852 – 32,836 524,688 Physical asset revaluation reserve 32,180 7,138 – 39,318 Cash flow hedge deficit (344) 344 – – 31,836 7,482 – 39,318 Total equity at end of financial year 532,527 30,648 32,836 596,011
Note Equity at Total Transactions with Equity at 1 July comprehensive owners in their 30 June 2012 2011 result capacity as owners (Budget) $’000 $’000 $’000 $’000
Accumulated surplus/(deficit) 8,839 (7,432) – 1,407 8,839 (7,432) – 1,407 Contributions by owners 491,852 – 98,419 590,271 491,852 – 98,419 590,271 Physical asset revaluation reserve 32,180 9,388 – 41,568 Cash flow hedge deficit (344) – – (344) 31,836 9,388 – 41,224 Total equity at end of financial year 532,527 1,956 98,419 632,902
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 133 Cash flow statement for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note Actual Budget Variation 2011-12 2011-12 % $’000 $’000
Cash flows from operating activities Receipts Receipts from government 1 570,439 523,551 9.0 Receipts/(payments) from other entities 1 11,318 63,080 (82.1) Interest received 13,922 8,500 63.8 Total receipts 595,679 595,131 0.1
Payments Payments of grant and other transfers 2 (356,613) (422,262) 15.5 Payments to suppliers and employees (173,243) (168,168) (3.0) Goods and Services Tax paid to the ATO (559) –(>100.0) Capital asset charge (6,279) (6,279) – Interest and other costs of finance (211) –(>100.0) Total payments (536,905) (596,709) 10.0 Net cash flows from/ (used in) operating activities 58,774 (1,578) >100.0
Cash flows from investing activities Payments for investments – 13,615 (>100.0) Payments for non-financial assets 3 (47,850) (101,956) 53.1 Net cash flows from/(used in) investing activities (47,850) (88,341) 45.8
Cash flows from financing activities Owner contributions by State Government 3 40,260 98,419 (59.1) Net cash flows from/(used in) financing activities 40,260 98,419 (59.1) Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 51,184 8,500 >100.0
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year 268,200 268,200 – Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year 319,384 276,700 15.4
The following notes provide an explanation of the major items that contributed to the variation between the 2011-12 actual and the 2011-12 budget. 1. Variance reflects reclassification of receipts. 2. This reflects a rephase of grant expenditures to better align with project milestones. 3. This reflects a realignment of capital expenditures to better align with project milestones.
134 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Administered (non-controlled) items for the financial year ended 30 June 2012
Note Actual Budget Variation 2011-12 2011-12 % $’000 $’000
Administered income from transactions Appropriations – Payments made on behalf of the State 412 850 (51.5) Commonwealth grants 1 660,016 477,765 38.1 Refunds and other miscellaneous income 1,284 729 76.1 Total administered income from transactions 661,712 479,344 38.0
Administered expenses from transactions Payments to local government 1 (654,975) (477,765) (37.1) Grants and other transfers (688) (860) 20.0 Other expenses from ordinary activities (8,711) (2,919) (>100.0) Total administered expenses from transactions (664,374) (481,544) (38.0)
Total administered net result from transactions (net operating balance) (2,662) (2,200) (21.0)
Administered financial assets Cash and deposits 2,697 2,779 (3.0) Receivables (321) 36 (>100.0) Total administered assets 2,376 2,815 (15.6)
Administered liabilities Creditors and accruals 183 992 81.6 Total administered liabilities 183 992 81.6
The following notes provide an explanation of the major items that contributed to the variation between the 2011-12 Actual and the 2011-12 Budget. 1. Represents higher than budgeted revenue from the Commonwealth Government for local government Financial Assistance grants and their subsequent payment to Local Government.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 135 Grants and related assistance Contents
Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development Broadmeadows Leisure Centre 138 Building Stronger Regions Programs 138 Bushfire Response 138 Coastal Settlements of the Future 138 Economic Infrastructure Program 138 Living Regions Living Suburbs 140 Local Government Infrastructure Program 140 Putting Locals First Program 141 Precinct Structure Planning in Melbourne’s Growth Areas 142 Regional Community Leadership Program 142 Regional Development Australia 142 Revitalising Central Dandenong 142 Small Towns Development 143 Sustainable Small Towns Development 143 The Good Life Campaign 144 Victorian Bushfire Business Investment Program 145
136 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Investing in Communities Access for All Abilities Network 146 MCG Southern Stand Redevelopment 151 Advancing Country Towns 146 Municipal Emergency Resourcing Program 151 Community Facilities for Growth Areas 147 Municipal Fire and Emergency Community Facility Funding Program 147 Management Resourcing Program 151 Community Infrastructure Program for Murrindindi Capacity Building Program 152 Bushfire Affected Communities 148 Premiers’ Reading Challenge Book Fund 152 Community Support Grants Program 148 Public Libraries Grants Program 153 Corio Norlane Transport Program 149 Shrine of Remembrance 154 Country Football and Netball Program 149 Significant Sporting Events Program 154 Elite Sport Development 149 Skilled Stadium Upgrade Program 155 Enhancing Sporting Excellence 149 Small Scale Community Program 155 High Performance Sports Program 150 Small Scale Sporting Grants 155 Improving Major Sporting Precinct Program 150 Sport and Recreation Grant Program 156 Indigenous Community Capacity State Sporting Associations Program 156 Building Program 150 Stolen Generations 158 Indigenous Community Infrastructure Program 150 Strengthening the World Game 158 Living Libraries Infrastructure Program 150 Sustainable Sports Grounds Program 158 Local Government Regional Asset Transport Connections Program 159 Management Program 150 Victorian Community Support Grants 160
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 137 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
The department has provided assistance through a number of programs to companies and organisations to support future growth and change and create new prosperity, more opportunity and a better quality of life in metropolitan, regional and rural Victoria.
Broadmeadows Leisure Centre Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Manningham City Council 20,000 Municipal Association of Victoria 65,000 Hume City Council 1,850,000 Rural City of Wangaratta 60,000 Total 1,850,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 20,000 Surf Coast Shire 40,200 Building Stronger Total 1,809,078 Regions Programs
Organisation Payment $ Coastal Settlements of the Future
Central Goldfields Shire Council 600,000 Organisation Payment $ Department of Education 8,750,000 Municipal Association of Victoria 100,000 Department of Sustainability & 1,400,000 Environment The University of Melbourne 17,000 Wellington Shire Council Warrnambool City Council 50,000 1,500,000 Total 1,617,000 Wimmera Community Service Centre 1,125,000 Total 11,925,000 Economic Infrastructure Program Bushfire Response Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Alpine Shire Council 90,000 Ararat Rural City Council 72,500 Ararat Rural City Council 217,000 Ballarat City Council 5,142,000 Building Commission 363,878 Barrett Burston Malting Co. Pty. Ltd. 1,000,000 City of Greater Bendigo 50,000 Bass Coast Shire Council 448,000 City of Whittlesea 78,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 337,500 Country Fire Authority 715,000 Bendigo Agricultural Show Society Inc 1,250,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 30,000 Biodiesel Producers Ltd 1,500,000 Indigo Shire Council 105,000 Buloke Shire Council 169,023 Knox City Council 15,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 30,000
138 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
Economic Infrastructure Organisation Payment $ Program (continued) Moira Shire Council 136,919
Organisation Payment $ Mount Alexander Shire Council 177,267 Mount Buller and Mount Stirling Resort 100,000 Burra Foods Pty Ltd 500,000 Management Board Campaspe Shire Council 1,722,638 Moyne Shire Council 573,300 Central Goldfields Shire Council 430,000 Multinet Gas 742,229 Colac Otway Shire 671,109 Murrindindi Shire Council 300,000 Corangamite Shire Council 249,814 Northern Grampians Shire Council 249,700 Deakin University 2,000,000 Paper Australia Pty Ltd 1,256,000 Department of Sustainability Parks Victoria 2,203,556 596,389 and Environment Powercor Australia 233,925 Department of Transport 9,902,454 Pyrenees Hay Processor Co-operative Ltd 34,845 East Gippsland Shire Council 975,000 Pyrenees Shire Council 386,975 Elmore & District Machinery Field 158,375 Days Incorporated Rocky Lamattina & Sons Pty. Ltd. 56,000 Falls Creek Alpine Resort South Gippsland Region Water Corporation 408,141 300,000 Management Board Southern Grampians Shire Council 1,742,669 Fonterra Australia Pty Ltd 102,925 Sovereign Hill Museums Association 500,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 500,000 SP Ausnet 156,973 George Weston Foods Ltd 3,076,700 SPI Networks Pty Ltd 137,094 Gippsland Ports Committee Of 2,734,619 Management Inc Strathbogie Shire Council 925,000 Glenelg Shire Council 1,803,750 Surf Coast Shire 400,000 Goulburn-Murray Rural Water Corporation 645,000 The Bendigo Trust 400,000 The Trustee For Boomaroo Nurseries Greater Bendigo City Council 1,110,477 175,000 & Wholesale Supplies Unit Trust Greater Shepparton City Council 1,150,000 The University of Melbourne 250,000 Hepburn Community Wind Park 150,000 Co-Operative Limited Towong Shire Council 1,034,958 Hindmarsh Shire Council 219,313 Victorian Agricultural Shows Ltd 198,167 Horsham Rural City Council 2,925,000 Victorian Farmers Federation 483,166 Indigo Shire Council 435,854 Wangaratta Rural City Council 175,000 L & B Williams Nominees Pty Ltd 81,513 Warrnambool City Council 3,555,000 Latrobe City Council 750,000 Wellington Shire Council 2,659,719 Loddon Shire Council 250,480 West Wimmera Shire Council 434,205 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 400,000 Wodonga City Council 1,707,182 Mildura Rural City Council 1,145,130 Total 66,815,978 Mitchell Shire Council 27,425
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 139 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
Living Regions Living Suburbs Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Baw Baw Shire Council 1,480,000 Benalla Rural City Council 1,000,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 205,000 Borough of Queenscliffe 250,000 Central Victoria General Practice 7,500 Buloke Shire Council 461,000 Network Inc Central Goldfields Shire Council 466,000 City of Greater Bendigo 35,000 City of Greater Geelong 500,000 Department of Sustainability 15,880 & Environment Colac Otway Shire 349,928 Gippsland Rotary Centenary House Inc 45,000 Corangamite Shire Council 330,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 200,000 East Gippsland Shire Council 670,000 Indigo Shire Council 150,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 175,000 Latrobe City Council 137,250 Golden Plains Shire Council 465,000 Mansfield Shire Council 35,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 1,985,000 Mitchell Shire Council 15,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 1,990,000 Murrindindi Shire Council 180,000 Hepburn Shire Council 553,000 Sage Computer Support Pty Ltd 10,000 Hindmarsh Shire Council 80,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 10,000 Horsham Rural City Council 480,000 Sunassist Volunteer Helpers Inc 10,000 Indigo Shire Council 1,066,788 Surf Coast Shire 450,000 Latrobe City Council 600,000 The Trustee For Geelong Performing Arts 250,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 625,000 Centre Trust Mansfield Shire Council 100,000 Victorian Farmers Federation 50,000 Mildura Rural City Council 1,000,000 West Wimmera Shire Council 67,824 Mitchell Shire Council 576,000 Wellington Shire Council 450,000 Moira Shire Council 200,000 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 48,059 Moorabool Shire Council 50,000 Total 2,371,513 Murrindindi Shire Council 470,000 Northern Grampians Shire Council 1,000,000 Local Government Pyrenees Shire Council 1,320,000 Infrastructure Program Shire of Moyne 467,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 1,250,000 Organisation Payment $ Strathbogie Shire Council 784,260
Alpine Shire Council 615,000 Surf Coast Shire 2,360,000 Ararat Rural City Council 510,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 460,941 Ballarat City Council 100,000 Towong Shire Council 318,983 Bass Coast Shire Council 315,000 Wangaratta Rural City Council 430,000
140 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
Local Government Infrastructure Organisation Payment $ Program (continued) Lakes Entrance Fishermen’s Co-Operative 27,000 Society Ltd Organisation Payment $ Latrobe City Council 10,000 Warrnambool City Council 500,000 Mansfield Shire Council 200,860 West Wimmera Shire Council 450,000 Mitchell Shire Council 8,100 Wodonga City Council 950,000 Moira Shire Council 250,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 457,483 Museums Australia Incorporated 10,000 Total 28,211,383 Mystic Mountains Tourism Inc 15,000 North East Victoria Tourism Board Inc 118,800 Putting Locals First Program Northern Grampians Shire Council 168,750 Pyrenees Grape Growers And 6,000 Winemakers Association Inc Organisation Payment $ Queen Victoria Market Pty Ltd 20,000
Apollo Bay Chamber Of Commerce and Rotary Club of Lakes Entrance Inc 10,000 12,750 tourism Inc Shipwreck Coast Tourism Inc 20,000 Australian Dairy Conference Ltd 10,000 Strathbogie Shire Council 120,000 Ballarat Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc 15,000 Sun Assist Volunteer Helpers Inc 22,500 Ballarat City Council 25,000 Surf Coast Shire 10,000 Ballarat Vocal Arts Association Pty. Ltd. 6,000 Swan Hill Promotions and Development 10,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 126,825 Corporation Inc Beechworth Vignerons Association Inc. 13,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 260,800 Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival Inc 10,000 The Australian Retailers Association 14,400 The Gippsland Business Awards City of Greater Geelong 50,000 3,000 association Inc Colac Otway Shire 487,000 Tolmie Sports Association Inc 68,022 Corangamite Shire Council 12,900 Tourism Greater Shepparton Inc 40,000 East Gippsland Food Cluster Incorporated 56,000 Towong Shire Council 401,477 East Gippsland Shire Council 45,000 Upper Goulburn Food Wine & 4,500 Golden Plains Shire Council 153,250 Cultural Group Victorian YMCA Community Goulburn River Valley Tourism Limited 22,500 40,000 Programming Pty Ltd Great Ocean Road Coast Committee 27,000 Incorporated Wellington Shire Council 159.300 Greater Shepparton City Council 9,000 Wines of The King Valley Inc 5,000 Indigo Shire Council 33,500 Total 3,229,060 Kyabram Racecourse and Recreation 83,826 Reserve Lakes Entrance Business Tourist 7,000 Association Inc.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 141 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
Precinct Structure Planning in Regional Development Australia Melbourne’s Growth Areas Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $ Agribusiness Gippsland Inc 11,250 Growth Areas Authority 10,708,000 Ballarat City Council 20,000 Total 10,708,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 9,000 Central Goldfields Shire Council 60,000 Regional Community Deakin University 30,000 Leadership Program Department of Business And Innovation 2,677,844 Destination Gippsland Ltd 25,000 Organisation Payment $ Geelong Otway Tourism Incorporated 30,000 Gippsland Climate Change Network 7,500 Committee for Ballarat Inc 200,000 Incorporated Committee for Geelong Inc 200,000 Latrobe City Council 60,000 Committee for Gippsland Inc 150,000 Mildura Development Corporation 12,500 Community Leadership Loddon Murray Inc 200,000 Mildura Rural City Council 20,000 GMIC Limited 25,000 Murray River Region Tourism Limited 25,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 150,000 North East Victoria Tourism Board Inc 50,000 Local Government Professionals 16,200 Port of Portland Pty Limited 25,000 Moira Shire Council 16,800 South Gippsland Shire Council 20,000 North East Agcare Incorporation 140,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 10,000 Shire of Moyne 100,000 University of Ballarat 40,000 Wimmera Development Association Inc 101,250 Wangaratta Rural City Council 75,000 Total 1,299,250 Wellington Shire Council 7,500 Westvic Dairy Inc 20,000 Wimmera Development Association 38,750 Incorporated Total 3,274,344
Revitalising Central Dandenong
Organisation Payment $
Places Victoria 18,777,080 Total 18,777,080
142 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development
Small Towns Development Sustainable Small Towns Development Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $ Alpine Shire Council 179,750 Ararat Rural City Council 7,097 Alpine Shire Council 150,000 Benalla Rural City Council 350,000 Ararat Rural City Council 150,800 Borough of Queenscliffe 125,000 Bass Coast Shire Council 50,000 Buloke Shire Council 392,891 Borough of Queenscliffe 125,000 Campaspe Shire Council 150,000 City of Greater Geelong 166,720 East Gippsland Shire Council 30,000 Colac Otway Shire 20,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 580,000 Department of Health Victoria 750,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 35,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 160,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 125,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 337,500 Greater Shepparton City Council 20,000 Indigo Shire Council 60,000 Hepburn Shire Council 109,525 Mansfield Shire Council 50,000 Hindmarsh Shire Council 129,650 Mildura Rural City Council 36,060 Horsham Rural City Council 261,000 Moorabool Shire Council 100,000 Indigo Shire Council 277,500 Northern Grampians Shire Council 30,000 Latrobe City Council 67,500 Pyrenees Shire Council 243,900 Loddon Shire Council 290,096 Shire of Moyne 100,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 375,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 71,250 Mansfield Shire Council 150,000 Surf Coast Shire 218,750 Mildura Rural City Council 122,500 Swan Hill Rural City Council 300,000 Moira Shire Council 405,000 Towong Shire Council 154,500 Moorabool Shire Council 284,199 West Wimmera Shire Council 158,750 Murrindindi Shire Council 256,000 Wodonga City Council 100,000 Northern Grampians Shire Council 165,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 300,000 Parks Victoria 105,000 Total 3,833,230 Southern Grampians Shire Council 125,000 Strathbogie Shire Council 240,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 148,921 Towong Shire Council 363,750 Wangaratta Rural City Council 101,000 Wellington Shire Council 250,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 225,918 Total 6,447,297
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The Good Life Campaign Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Loddon Shire Council 20,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 20,000 Alpine Shire Council 20,000 Mansfield Shire Council 20,000 Ararat Rural City Council 20,000 Mildura Rural City Council 20,000 Bass Coast Shire Council 20,000 Mitchell Shire Council 20,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 20,000 Moira Shire Council 20,000 Benalla Rural City Council 20,000 Moorabool Shire Council 20,000 Borough of Queenscliffe 20,000 Mount Alexander Shire Council 20,000 Buloke Shire Council 20,000 Murrindindi Shire Council 20,000 Campaspe Shire Council 20,000 Northern Grampians Shire Council 20,000 Central Goldfields Shire Council 20,000 Pyrenees Shire Council 20,000 Colac Otway Shire 20,000 Shire of Moyne 20,000 Corangamite Shire Council 20,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 20,000 Department of Premier & Cabinet 162,000 Southern Grampians Shire Council 20,000 East Gippsland Marketing Inc 18,750 Strathbogie Shire Council 20,000 East Gippsland Shire Council 20,000 Surf Coast Shire 20,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 20,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 20,000 Glenelg Shire Council 20,000 Towong Shire Council 20,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 20,000 Wangaratta Rural City Council 20,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 20,000 Warrnambool City Council 20,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 20,000 Wellington Shire Council 20,000 Hepburn Shire Council 20,000 West Wimmera Shire Council 20,000 Hindmarsh Shire Council 20,000 Wodonga City Council 20,000 Horsham Rural City Council 20,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 20,000 Indigo Shire Council 20,000 Total 1,100,750 Latrobe City Council 20,000
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Victorian Bushfire Business Investment Program
Organisation Payment $
A Doos & C.E Doos 55,000 C T & S A Donovan 60,000 El Kanah Marysville 300,000 Foster Iga Plus Liquor 80,000 G Edwards & T.J Edwards & T.J Edwards 100,000 Humphries, Timothy James 20,000 Jindivick Timber Pty Ltd 150,000 Marysville Patisserie 20,000 Membo Pty Ltd 112,727 N Harvey & S.W Ronaldson 30,000 North East Community Initiatives Limited 80,000 Rosewood Cottage 20,000 S Kerr & D.J Spooner 30,000 The Trustee for A & K McDonald 240,000 Family Trust The Trustee for Schlifelner Family Trust 40,000 The Trustee for The Jemmco 250,000 Investments Trust Total 1,587,727
In 2011-12, $15.7 million was paid for other various programs with funding of less than $1 million towards the Metropolitan and Regional Planning and Development output.
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The following grants to organisations and companies listed below were provided to ensure that Victorians have more opportunities to participate in community, cultural and sporting activities and ensure that Victorian communities and local councils are valued and supported.
Access for All Abilities Network Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ The Centre for Continuing Education Inc 221,540 The Young Men's Christian Association Of 144,176 Australian Camps Association 23,500 Victoria Incorporated Victorian YMCA Community Programming Banyule City Council 118,793 24,000 Pty Ltd Brimbank City Council 65,663 Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly 126,904 Cardinia Shire Council 73,271 Total 3,526,262 Casey City Council 102,119 Central Gippsland Regional Sports 229,107 Assembly Inc Advancing Country Towns Central Highlands Sports Assembly Inc 185,783 City of Darebin 131,876 Organisation Payment $ City of Maribyrnong 48,254 Benalla Rural City Council 190,000 City of Port Phillip 91,578 Colac Otway Shire 190,000 City of Whittlesea 54,101 East Gippsland Shire Council 190,000 Eastern Recreation and Leisure 337,624 Services Inc Glenelg Shire Council 190,000 Hobsons Bay City Council 63,145 Hepburn Shire Council 190,000 Hume City Council 131,876 Mildura Rural City Council 190,000 Leisure Networks Association Inc 219,832 Murrindindi Shire Council 190,000 Loddon Campaspe Sports Assembly Robinvale District Health Services 38,000 202,085 Incorporated South Gippsland Shire Council 190,000 Mallee Sports Assembly Inc 118,497 Total 1,558,000 Melton Shire Council 55,978 Moonee Valley City Council 61,536 Moreland City Council 24,000 Options Victoria Inc. 216,120 Reclink Australia Inc 135,000 Riding For The Disabled Association 56,000 of Victoria Inc South West Sports Assembly 172,327 Stonnington City Council 91,578
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Community Facilities for Organisation Payment $ Growth Areas City of Maribyrnong 165,709
Organisation Payment $ City of Port Phillip 54,975 City of Whittlesea 72,000 Cardinia Shire Council 500,000 Colac Otway Shire 93,000 Casey City Council 294,815 Corangamite Shire Council 30,048 Hume City Council 70,000 East Gippsland Shire Council 89,000 Melton Shire Council 266,379 Frankston City Council 82,500 Wyndham City Council 30,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 42,425 Total 1,161,194 Glen Eira City Council 825,291 Glenelg Shire Council 76,770 Community Facility Golden Plains Shire Council 170,500 Funding Program Greater Bendigo City Council 127,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 66,000 Organisation Payment $ Hepburn Shire Council 45,504
Alpine Shire Council 182,500 Hindmarsh Shire Council 18,000 Ararat Rural City Council 30,000 Hobsons Bay City Council 65,938 Ballarat City Council 6,000 Horsham Rural City Council 54,000 Banyule City Council 339,870 Hume City Council 90,950 Bass Coast Shire Council 85,952 Indigo Shire Council 12,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 99,570 Kingston City Council 240,950 Bayside City Council 506,044 Latrobe City Council 423,400 Benalla Rural City Council 4,020 Loddon Shire Council 68,566 Borough of Queenscliffe 256,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 179,630 Brimbank City Council 227,700 Manningham City Council 436,539 Buloke Shire Council 200,000 Maroondah City Council 6,000 Campaspe Shire Council 54,000 Melbourne City Council (City of Melbourne) 50,000 Cardinia Shire Council 186,030 Melton Shire Council 542,616 Casey City Council 291,485 Mildura Rural City Council 54,088 Central Goldfields Shire Council 82,779 Mitchell Shire Council 75,589 City of Boroondara 65,000 Moira Shire Council 204,491 City of Darebin 134,994 Monash City Council 282,000 City of Greater Dandenong 1,066,000 Moonee Valley City Council 30,000 City of Greater Geelong 87,000 Moreland City Council 1,078,000 City of Knox 856,000
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Community Facility Funding Community Infrastructure Program (continued) Program for Bushfire Affected Communities Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $ Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 96,000 Mount Alexander Shire Council 144,000 Kinglake Ranges Foundation 45,000 Mount Hotham Alpine Resort Marysville & District Historical Society Inc 60,000 20,000 Management Board Mitchell Shire Council 217,500 Murrindindi Shire Council 21,347 Murrindindi Shire Council 981,000 Nillumbik Shire Council 382,400 Nillumbik Shire Council 5,300 Northern Grampians Shire Council 170,969 Total 1,308,800 Pyrenees Shire Council 53,532 Shire of Moyne 50,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 73,800 Community Support Southern Grampians Shire Council 234,000 Grants Program Stonnington City Council 60,000 Organisation Payment $ Strathbogie Shire Council 37,199 Surf Coast Shire 135,225 Brimbank City Council 400,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 215,513 Cardinia Shire Council 299,700 Towong Shire Council 27,000 Casey City Council 27,000 Wangaratta Rural City Council 45,239 City of Darebin 200,000 Warrnambool City Council 78,000 City of Greater Dandenong 79,875 Wellington Shire Council 18,000 Eastern Access Community Health Inc 36,000 West Wimmera Shire Council 57,718 Green Collect Limited 30,000 Whitehorse City Council 1,288,000 Inner Melbourne Studio One Inc. 5,000 Wodonga City Council 1,000,000 Melton Shire Council 200,000 Wyndham City Council 367,900 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 30,000 Yarra City Council 1,012,626 Mulgrave Neighbourhood House Inc 6,500 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 392,072 Museums Australia Incorporated 30,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 37,312 Nillumbik Shire Council 144,000 Total 16,632,275 Stonnington City Council 135,000 Woori House Inc 22,500 Total 1,645,575
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Corio Norlane Transport Program Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Moira Shire Council 107,100 Mount Alexander Shire Council 6,000 City of Greater Geelong 1,113,000 Nillumbik Shire Council 12,000 Total 1,113,000 Pyrenees Shire Council 54,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 180,000 Country Football and Southern Grampians Shire Council 63,000 Netball Program Surf Coast Shire 26,992 Towong Shire Council 2,000 Organisation Payment $ Wangaratta Rural City Council 5,812
Alpine Shire Council 48,600 Warrnambool City Council 24,000 Ballarat City Council 36,000 Wellington Shire Council 64,310 Bass Coast Shire Council 54,000 Wodonga City Council 5,537 Benalla Rural City Council 24,200 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 106,096 Borough of Queenscliffe 3,221 Yarriambiack Shire Council 1,565 Buloke Shire Council 53,300 Total 1,670,521 Campaspe Shire Council 6,000 Cardinia Shire Council 106,000 Elite Sport Development Casey City Council 12,000 City of Greater Geelong 74,000 Organisation Payment $ City of Whittlesea 90,000 Victorian Institute of Sport Limited 1,610,000 Colac Otway Shire 76,000 Total 1,610,000 Corangamite Shire Council 6,000 East Gippsland Shire Council 2,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 6,000 Enhancing Sporting Excellence Greater Shepparton City Council 72,000 Organisation Payment $ Hepburn Shire Council 13,809
Hindmarsh Shire Council 1,510 Victorian Institute of Sport Limited 1,717,682 Horsham Rural City Council 45,000 Total 1,717,682 Indigo Shire Council 12,000 Latrobe City Council 111,000 Loddon Shire Council 54,000 Mansfield Shire Council 72,000 Mildura Rural City Council 33,470
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High Performance Indigenous Community Sports Program Infrastructure Program
Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $
Victorian Institute of Sport Limited 1,520,000 Department of Justice 900,000 Total 1,520,000 Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners 55,000 Aboriginal Corporation Mungabareena Aboriginal Corporation 30,000 The Trustee for Framlingham Improving Major Sporting 23,920 Precinct Program Aboriginal Trust Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation 55,000 Organisation Payment $ Total 1,063,920
Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre 1,500,000 Total 1,500,000 Living Libraries Infrastructure Program
Indigenous Community Capacity Organisation Payment $ Building Program Alpine Shire Council 33,000 Organisation Payment $ Ararat Rural City Council 162,000 Brimbank City Council 450,000 Brotherhood of St Laurence 270,000 Colac Otway Shire 209,700 Kaiela Institute Limited 70,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 450,000 La Trobe University 371,624 Hepburn Shire Council 55,000 Reconciliation Victoria Inc 296,000 Indigo Shire Council 140,400 Taungurung Clans Aboriginal Corporation 15,600 Maroondah City Council 240,000 The Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal 34,491 Corporation Melbourne City Council 259,349 The Trustee for Koorie Heritage Trust Inc 161,336 Melton Shire Council 675,000 The Trustee for The Trustee For Southern Grampians Shire Council 320,000 170,500 The Lake Tyers Aboriginal Trust Total 2,994,449 Victoria University 695,000 Victorian Aboriginal Community Services 44,431 Association Limited Local Government Regional Asset Warrnambool City Council 23,515 Management Program Wurundjeri Tribe Land Compensation 100,310 Cultural Heritage Council Inc Organisation Payment $ Youth Affairs Council of Victoria Inc 185,000 Total 2,437,807 Municipal Association Of Victoria 1,053,000 Total 1,053,000
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MCG Southern Stand Municipal Fire and Emergency Redevelopment Management Resourcing Program
Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $
Melbourne Cricket Club 12,000,000 Ballarat City Council 45,000 Total 12,000,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 46,650 Cardinia Shire Council 42,687 Municipal Emergency Central Goldfields Shire Council 58,255 Resourcing Program City of Greater Geelong 51,187 Colac Otway Shire 18,426
Organisation Payment $ East Gippsland Shire Council 47,570 Glenelg Shire Council 39,006 Campaspe Shire Council 60,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 53,131 City of Ballarat 60,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 55,628 City of Casey 120,000 Hepburn Shire Council 27,068 City of Greater Bendigo 60,000 Horsham Rural City Council 29,341 East Gippsland Shire Council 120,000 Indigo Shire Council 53,527 Frankston City Council 120,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 46,261 Glenelg Shire Council 120,000 Manningham City Council 36,977 Golden Plains Shire Council 120,000 Moorabool Shire Council 55,450 Greater Shepparton City Council 120,000 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 46,620 Hepburn Shire Council 120,000 Mount Alexander Shire Council 41,289 Hume City Council 60,000 Municipal Association of Victoria 500,000 Indigo Shire Council 120,000 Northern Grampians Shire Council 44,222 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 120,000 Shire of Moyne 54,186 Melton Shire Council 120,000 South Gippsland Shire Council 51,308 Mildura Rural City Council 120,000 Southern Grampians Shire Council 48,573 Mitchell Shire Council 120,000 Surf Coast Shire 45,358 Moorabool Shire Council 120,000 Wellington Shire Council 56,554 Pyrenees Shire Council 56,282 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 49,444 Total 1,856,282 Total 1,643,717
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Murrindindi Capacity Organisation Payment $ Building Program Goldfields Regional Library Corp 39,732
Organisation Payment $ Goulburn Valley Regional Library Corp. 26,783 Greater Dandenong City Council 20,120 Murrindindi Shire Council 3,621,505 Hepburn Shire Council 6,534 Total 3,621,505 High Country Regional Library Corp. 26,789 Hobsons Bay City Council 14,390 Premiers’ Reading Challenge Hume City Council 27,804 Book Fund Latrobe City Council 13,584 Melbourne City Council 9,398 Organisation Payment $ Melton Shire Council 19,595
Frankston City Council 19,540 Mildura Rural City Council 11,663 Kingston City Council 19,830 Mitchell Shire Council 9,547 Port Phillip City Council 10,615 Monash City Council 20,782 Pyrenees Shire Council 5,664 Moonee Valley City Council 15,591 Upper Murray Regional Library Corp 21,888 Moorabool Shire Council 8,502 Ararat Rural City Council 6,205 Moreland City Council 19,100 Ballarat City Council 15,747 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 20,763 Bayside City Council 15,771 Murrindindi Shire Council 6,367 Boroondara City Council 22,282 Southern Grampians Shire Council 6,899 Brimbank City Council 26,024 Stonnington City Council 12,475 Campaspe Shire Council 15,259 Swan Hill Rural City Council 7,621 Casey Cardinia Library Corporation 53,401 Vision Australia 12,500 Central Goldfields Shire Council 6,287 Wellington Shire Council 9,729 West Gippsland Regional Library City of Maribyrnong 11,800 25,805 Corporation Corangamite Regional Library Corporation 30,405 Whitehorse Manningham Regional 36,979 Darebin City Council 17,932 Library Corp. East Gippsland Shire Council 9,446 Wimmera Regional Library Corporation 30,356 Eastern Regional Libraries Corporation 60,720 Wyndham City Council 26,493 Gannawarra Shire Council 6,304 Yarra City Council 10,043 Geelong Regional Library Corp. 49,322 Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service 53,666 Glen Eira City Council 18,711 Total 1,000,000 Glenelg Shire Council 7,237
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Public Libraries Grants Program Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Kingston City Council 814,256 Latrobe City Council 443,312 Ararat Rural City Council 103,978 Melbourne City Council 177,000 Bayside City Council 541,120 Melton Shire Council 618,407 Boroondara City Council 701,567 Mildura Rural City Council 333,267 Brimbank City Council 1,035,742 Mitchell Shire Council 225,618 Buloke Shire Council 84,797 Monash City Council 962,344 Campaspe Shire Council 249,365 Moonee Valley City Council 623,776 Casey Cardinia Library Corporation 1,821,615 Moorabool Shire Council 188,893 Central Goldfields Shire Council 109,192 Moreland City Council 824,429 City of Ballarat 541,557 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 827,269 City of Boroondara 216,098 Murrindindi Shire Council 119,059 City of Greater Dandenong 766,433 North Central Goldfields Regional 1,077,588 City of Maribyrnong 423,887 Library Corporation City of Melbourne 740,933 Pyrenees Shire Council 79,590 City of Port Phillip 545,852 Southern Grampians Shire Council 134,873 Corangamite Regional Library Corporation 638,917 State Library of Victoria 20,000 Darebin City Council 775,317 Stonnington City Council 555,992 East Gippsland Shire Council 282,405 Swan Hill Rural City Council 162,638 Upper Murray Regional Library Eastern Regional Libraries Corporation 2,267,253 432,390 Corporation Frankston City Council 719,425 Vision Australia 1,377,332 Gannawarra Shire Council 104,470 Wellington Shire Council 270,833 Geelong Regional Library Corporation 1,564,203 West Gippsland Regional Library 674,845 Glen Eira City Council 753,434 Corporation Whitehorse Manningham Regional Glenelg Shire Council 154,164 1,512,568 Library Corp. Goulburn Valley Regional Library 674,285 Corporation Wimmera Regional Library Corporation 496,237 Hepburn Shire Council 122,419 Wyndham City Council 888,136 High Country Library Corporation 508,378 Yarra City Council 451,775 Hobsons Bay City Council 496,461 Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service 1,915,556 Hume City Council 942,365 Total 34,093,615
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Shrine of Remembrance Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Latrobe City Council 10,000 Life Saving Victoria Limited 5,000 Shrine of Remembrance Trustee 1,135,185 Marysville and Triangle Development 15,000 Total 1,135,185 Group Inc Melbourne Runabout and Speedboat Club 10,000 Mornington Yacht Club 10,000 Significant Sporting Events Program Netball Australia Limited 104,000 Pakenham Floor Ball Club Incorporated 5,000
Organisation Payment $ Rapid Ascent Pty Ltd 5,000 Rowing Victoria Inc 27,000 Alpine Cycling Club Inc 5,000 Sportzlink Pty Ltd 15,000 Athletics Australia 163,000 Stawell Athletic Club Inc 8,000 Athletics Victoria Inc 30,000 Surfing Victoria 5,000 Australian Deaf Sports Federation Limited 50,000 The Trustee for Amy Gillett 5,000 Australian Ice Racing Inc 25,000 Foundation Trust Badminton Victoria Inc 10,000 The Trustee for SSE TRUST 10,000 Ballarat Badminton Association Inc 5,000 Triathlon Victoria Incorporated 5,000 Bendigo Tennis Association Inc 11,000 USM Events Pty Ltd 10,000 Bicycle Victoria Incorporated 10,000 Victorian Curling Association Inc. 5,000 Crocmedia Pty Ltd 10,000 Victorian Cycling Incorporated 5,000 Cycling Events Down Under Pty Ltd 15,000 Victorian Dragon Boat Association 27,000 Echuca Moama & District Tourism Victorian Flying Disc Association 5,000 10,000 Development Association Inc Victorian Masters Athletics Incorporated 50,000 Equestrian Federation of Australia 23,000 Victorian Branch Inc Victorian Orienteering Association 13,500 Fastwater Promotions Pty. Ltd. 13,500 Victorian Squash Federation Inc 5,000 Feet Up Promotions Australia Pty. Ltd. 50,000 Victorian Water Polo Inc 21,500 Geelong Cricket Association 10,000 Victorian Water Ski Association 4,000 Gliding Club of Victoria Inc 10,000 Victorian Wrestling Association Inc. 25,000 Victorian YMCA Community Programming Golf Victoria Limited 75,000 10,000 Pty Ltd Handball Victoria Players Association 5,000 Wangaratta Squash Racquets Club Inc 5,000 Hockey Victoria Incorporated 20,000 Winton Motor Raceway Pty. Limited 40,000 Ice skating Club of Bendigo 5,000 Total 1,035,500 Kangaroo Hopper Inc 10,000 Lake Mountain Alpine Resort 5,000 Management Board
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Skilled Stadium Upgrade Program Small Scale Sporting Grants
Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $
Geelong Football Club 9,000,000 Ballarat City Council 800,000 Total 9,000,000 Barwon Rowing Club Inc 250,000 Cardinia Shire Council 424,000 Small Scale Community Program City of Greater Geelong 800,000 City of Knox 81,000
Organisation Payment $ Colac Otway Shire 109,000 Frankston City Council 108,000 Bethanga Soldiers Memorial Hall Reserve 15,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 120,000 Casey City Council 144,000 Kingston City Council 30,000 City of Greater Geelong 180,000 Manningham City Council 63,000 Community Security Group (Vic) Limited 36,000 Monash City Council 9,000 Cowwarr Community and Historical 24,131 Association Inc Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 100,000 Emerald Community House 150,000 Seymour Bowling Club Incorporated 80,000 Eskdale Public Hall Committee Incorp 31,500 Shire of Moyne 50,000 Ferny Creek Recreation Reserve Surf Coast Shire 325,000 27,000 Incorporated Swan Hill Rural City Council 81,000 Frankston Toy Library Inc. 3,000 Whitehorse City Council 50,000 Glengarry Mechanics Institute (Hall 22,500 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 560,000 Committee) Lions Club of Corryong 120,000 Total 4,040,000 Rotary Club of Southern Mitchell 30,000 Seymour Youth And Fitness Club 60,000 South Gippsland Fm Radio Inc. 18,000 Surf Coast Shire 750,000 The Bendigo Trust 100,000 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 72,000 Yarram And District Historical Society 10,000 Total 1,793,131
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Sport and Recreation State Sporting Grant Program Associations Program
Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $
Australian Camps Association 75,000 Archery Victoria Inc 22,500 Australian Football League 10,000 Athletics Victoria Inc 31,500 Australian Paralympics Committee Inc 200,000 Australian Camps Association 4,000 Basketball Victoria 3,000 Australian Football League 45,000 Canoeing Victoria 18,000 Australian Karate-Do Federation (Victoria 4,500 Branch) Inc. Department of Business And Innovation 20,000 Australian/Victorian Biathlon Association 22,500 Football Federation Victoria 4,000 Incorporated Gippsport 1,500 Badminton Victoria Inc 40,500 Indigenous Golf Association Victoria 1,818 Baseball Victoria Inc 36,000 Melbourne Victory 250,000 Basketball Victoria 45,000 Netball Victoria 8,000 Blind Sports Victoria Inc 20,250 Newspoll 15,030 BMX Victoria (Incorporated Association) 18,000 Outdoor Recreation Centre – Vic Inc 16,800 Bocce Federation of Victoria Inc 11,250 Pivot Performance Pty Ltd 19,500 Bowls Victoria Inc 31,500 Scott Peoples' Foundation Limited 4,545 Bushwalking Victoria Inc 27,000 State Netball Hockey Centre 1,618 Confederation of Australian Motor 27,000 Sport Ltd Surfing Victoria 5,000 Dancesport Australia Limited 4,500 Swimming Victoria Incorporated 4,000 Deaf Sports Recreation Victoria Inc 18,000 Vicsport 145,000 Disability Sport and Recreation Limited 27,000 Victorian Billiards & Snooker Association 30,000 Diving Victoria Inc 40,500 Victorian Cricket Association 10,636 Equestrian Federation of Australia 22,500 Victorian Institute of Sport Limited 3,230,000 Victorian Branch Inc Victorian Olympic Council Inc 575,000 Fencing Victoria 36,000 Victorian Softball Association 2,000 Football Federation Victoria 45,000 Total 4,650,448 Golf Victoria Limited 45,000 Gymnastics Victoria Inc. 45,000 Hockey Victoria Incorporated 45,000 Ice Sports Victoria Incorporated 31,500 Judo Victoria Incorporation 22,500 Lacrosse Victoria Inc 18,000 Life Saving Victoria Limited 18,000
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State Sporting Associations Organisation Payment $ Program (continued) Victorian Snow sports Association 22,500 Incorporated Organisation Payment $ Victorian Soaring Association 13,500 Modern Pentathlon Victoria 13,500 Victorian Softball Association 27,000 Motorcycling Victoria 36,000 Victorian Sport and Recreation Association of Persons with an Intellectual Disability 13,500 Northern Country Region 27,000 (Vic. S.R.A.P.I.D.) Incorporated Pony Club Association of Victoria Inc 36,000 Victorian Squash Federation Inc 40,500 Pool Victoria Incorporated 13,500 Victorian Synchronized Swimming Inc 13,500 Rowing Victoria Inc 48,000 Victorian Tennis Association 45,000 Skate Victoria Inc 31,500 Victorian Tenpin Bowling Association Inc 13,500 Special Olympics Australia 18,000 Victorian Water Polo Inc 40,500 Sporting Shooters Association of Victorian Weightlifting Association 18,000 13,500 Australia (Victoria) Incorporated Surfing Victoria 40,500 Victorian Wrestling Association Inc. 6,750 Swimming Victoria Incorporated 40,500 Volleyball Victoria Inc 18,000 Table Tennis Victoria Inc 27,000 Women's Golf Victoria Inc 16,000 Touch Football Australia Incorporated 36,000 Yachting Victoria Inc 45,000 Triathlon Victoria Incorporated 18,000 Total 1,896,500 Victorian Amateur Boxing Association 11,250 Victorian Amateur Pistol Association Inc 13,500 Victorian Canoe Association Inc 55,500 Victorian Cricket Association 36,000 Victorian Croquet Association Inc 27,000 Victorian Cycling Incorporated 40,500 Victorian Disabled Sports Advisory 13,500 Committee Inc Victorian Flying Disc Association 4,500 Victorian Netball Association 45,000 Victorian Orienteering Association 40,500 Victorian Parachute Council Inc 13,500 Victorian Rogaining Assoc Inc 9,000 Victorian Rugby League Inc 13,500 Victorian Rugby Union Inc 9,000 Victorian Skateboard Association Inc. 27,000
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Stolen Generations Organisation Payment $
Organisation Payment $ Surf Coast Shire 10,000 Wodonga City Council 8,313 Connecting Home Ltd 944,996 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 90,000 The Trustee for Koorie Heritage Trust Inc 281,820 Total 1,431,260 Total 1,226,816
Sustainable Sports Strengthening the World Game Grounds Program
Organisation Payment $ Organisation Payment $
Alpine Shire Council 135,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 90,000 Ballarat City Council 10,000 Brimbank City Council 76,500 Cardinia Shire Council 4,567 Cardinia Shire Council 106,000 Casey City Council 24,005 Central Goldfields Shire Council 1,605 City of Boroondara 134,900 City of Darebin 90,000 City of Darebin 90,000 City of Greater Dandenong 16,220 City of Greater Geelong 110,000 City of Knox 90,000 City of Knox 74,000 City of Maribyrnong 2,681 City of Whittlesea 90,000 Colac Otway Shire 100,000 Frankston City Council 73,000 Frankston City Council 36,000 Glen Eira City Council 10,000 Gannawarra Shire Council 16,295 Greater Bendigo City Council 55,000 Greater Bendigo City Council 69,000 Greater Shepparton City Council 10,000 Hindmarsh Shire Council 87,235 Hobsons Bay City Council 66,311 Hobsons Bay City Council 45,000 Hume City Council 6,000 Horsham Rural City Council 90,000 Kingston City Council 7,200 Hume City Council 48,600 Latrobe City Council 54,000 Indigo Shire Council 6,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 100,000 Loddon Shire Council 54,000 Manningham City Council 10,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 13,875 Monash City Council 2,500 Manningham City Council 63,000 Moonee Valley City Council 42,000 Mansfield Shire Council 90,000 Moorabool Shire Council 90,000 Melton Shire Council 70,632 Moreland City Council 72,000 Mitchell Shire Council 2,940 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 52,465 Moira Shire Council 16,200
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Sustainable Sports Grounds Organisation Payment $ Program (continued) Community Accessibility Incorporated 172,400
Organisation Payment $ Corangamite Shire Council 172,500 Department Of Health Victoria 155,606 Monash City Council 33,750 East Gippsland Shire Council 42,500 Moonee Valley City Council 90,000 Golden Plains Shire Council 92,600 Moorabool Shire Council 40,281 Greater Bendigo City Council 90,700 Moreland City Council 99,579 Greater Shepparton City Council 220,600 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 24,300 Hepburn Shire Council 118,414 Mount Alexander Shire Council 5,094 Latrobe City Council 91,100 Northern Grampians Shire Council 96,000 Link Community Transport Incorporated 155,323 Shire of Moyne 6,000 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 241,324 Southern Grampians Shire Council 10,000 Melton Shire Council 84,192 Surf Coast Shire 4,645 Mitchell Shire Council 109,311 Swan Hill Rural City Council 50,566 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 167,500 Wellington Shire Council 6,000 Murrindindi Shire Council 130,540 Whitehorse City Council 9,500 Nillumbik Shire Council 111,000 Yarra City Council 90,000 Pyrenees Shire Council 49,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 29,848 South Gippsland Shire Council 77,464 Total 1,877,345 Sunassist Volunteer Helpers Inc 80,624 Surf Coast Shire 110,584 Transport Connections Program Uniting Care Ballarat Parish Mission 16,625 Wellington Shire Council 84,200 Organisation Payment $ Wimmera Volunteers Inc 90,036
Ballarat City Council 64,000 Wyndham City Council 66,404 Bass Coast Shire Council 83,084 Yarra Ranges Shire Council 121,800 Baw Baw Shire Council 33,200 Total 3,759,791 Benalla Rural City Council 193,973 Campaspe Shire Council 47,970 Casey City Council 50,280 Central Goldfields Shire Council 146,000 City of Greater Geelong 129,786 City of Whittlesea 82,669 Colac Otway Shire 76,482
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Victorian Community Organisation Payment $ Support Grants Geelong Ethnic Communities Council Inc 18,200 Glenelg & Southern Grampians Local Organisation Payment $ 59,371 Learning & Employment Network Alpine Shire Council 162,120 Golden Plains Shire Council 30,000 Australia Light Foundation Inc 2,800 Greater Shepparton City Council 50,000 Australian Polish Community Services Inc 16,484 Hobsons Bay City Council 385,000 Ballarat City Council 138,000 Horsham Rural City Council 4,500 Banyule City Council 5,000 Indigo Shire Council 105,000 Baptist Community Care Ltd 2,500 Jika Jika Community Centre Inc 3,000 Bass Coast Shire Council 35,500 Latrobe City Council 60,000 Baw Baw Shire Council 19,000 Lions Club Of Corryong 2,400 Benalla Rural City Council 1,932 Macedon Ranges Shire Council 500,000 Bonnie Doon Community Group Inc 14,482 Manningham City Council 275,000 Brimbank City Council 141,641 Mansfield Shire Council 34,000 Buloke Shire Council 6,000 Melbourne Anglican Trust Corporation 117,500 Cardinia Shire Council 50,000 Melbourne City Council (City of Melbourne) 194,500 Casey City Council 269,205 Melton Shire Council 683,621 Catholic Care Archdiocese of Melbourne 3,000 Mildura Rural City Council 3,000 Central Goldfields Shire Council 296,623 Mission Australia 80,458 City of Boroondara 10,000 Monash City Council 100,000 City of Darebin 12,200 Moonee Valley City Council 44,000 City of Greater Dandenong 105,000 Moorabool Shire Council 159,690 City of Greater Geelong 470,300 Moreland City Council 45,000 Moreland Turkish Education & Social City of Knox 3,000 5,000 Affair Centre Inc. City of Maribyrnong 78,001 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 723,033 City of Port Phillip 90,000 Mount Alexander Shire Council 110,000 City of Whittlesea 794,729 Multicultural Arts Victoria Inc 25,000 Colac Otway Shire 27,000 Murrindindi Shire Council 155,319 Corangamite Shire Council 23,149 Nillumbik Shire Council 600,000 Creativity Australia Limited 83,184 Northern Grampians Shire Council 6,000 East Gippsland Shire Council 121,290 Peninsula Health 71,603 Frankston City Council 65,000 Plenty Valley Community Health 354,960 Friends of St. Brigid's Association 27,000 Services Inc G21 – Geelong Region Alliance Ltd 27,000 Pyrenees Shire Council 15,000
160 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Investing in Communities
During the current financial year the department Organisation Payment $ also provided financial assistance of $16.4million to Regional Information And Advocacy companies and organisations in regards to various 2,000 Council Inc programs (details of grants have not been disclosed Ruffy Mechanics Institute Reserve as they are deemed commercial-in-confidence). In 2,274 Incorporated addition, a further $18.7 million was paid for other Shepparton Access 100,000 various programs with funding of less than $1 million. Shire of Moyne 81,250 South Gippsland Shire Council 18,326 Southern Grampians Shire Council 22,400 St James Anglican Church Dandenong 20,000 Stawell Intertwine Services Inc 220,000 Strathbogie Shire Council 20,000 Surf Coast Shire 360,000 Swan Hill Rural City Council 44,800 The Anglican Parish of Footscray 115,000 The Powerhouse Committee of 4,215 Management The Torch Project 13,500 Upper Hume Community 6,000 Health Service Inc Victorian Council of Social Service 2,920 Wangaratta Rural City Council 251,000 Western Edge Youth Arts Inc. 10,000 Wodonga City Council 630,000 Women's Health East Inc. 15,000 Wyndham City Council 1,172,302 Yarra City Council 500,000 Yarriambiack Shire Council 43,626 Total 11,775,907
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 161 Section 4: Appendices Contents
Appendix 1 Audit Committee membership 163 Appendix 2 Risk management 163 Appendix 3 Employment principles and workforce data 164 Appendix 4 Office-based environmental impacts 171 Appendix 5 Implementation of the Victorian Industry Participation Policy 178 Appendix 6 Consultancies 182 Appendix 7 Disclosure of major contracts 182 Appendix 8 Freedom of information 183 Appendix 9 National Competition Policy 186 Appendix 10 Compliance with the Whistleblower’s Protection Act 2001 187 Appendix 11 Compliance with the Building Act 1993 188 Appendix 12 Compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 188 Appendix 13 Compliance with the Local Government Act 1989 190 Appendix 14 Compliance with the Planning and Environment Amendment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act 2010 191 Appendix 15 Legislative changes and new regulations 195 Appendix 16 Additional departmental information available on request 196
162 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 1 Audit Committee membership
The Audit Committee operates as an independent and expert body to assist the secretary and management to fulfil their stewardship, leadership and control responsibilities. The committee provides:
• assurance to the secretary that the requirements of relevant parliamentary statutes, regulations, directions and frameworks are complied with • oversight of a program of audits that systematically and regularly ensure that risks are adequately managed and appropriate controls are in place • support to strengthen the department’s governance performance by being proactive in offering advice and recommendations to improve systems, operations and risk management.
During 2011-12, the committee met five times. Committee members were:
• Peter Doughty, Independent Chair • Lynne Wannan, Director, Office of the • Tom Martin, Independent Member Community Sector • Murray Jones, Independent Member • Jeffrey Gilmore, Executive Director, Strategic Policy, Research and Forecasting • Louise Hill, Deputy Secretary, Corporate Services • Brad Ostermeyer, Executive Director, • John Watson, Executive Director, Local Regional Infrastructure Government Victoria • Stephen Gregory, Director, Urban Development Appendix 2 Risk management
The DPCD Risk Management Strategy details the department’s commitment to formally managing risk at a strategic and operational level. It aims to embed a risk-aware culture throughout the organisation and details a framework for risk management accountability, methodology, activities and reporting.
The DPCD Strategic Internal Audit Plan is aligned with the Risk Management Strategy, ensuring a strategic and integrated approach to managing risk across the organisation.
The following initiatives progressed during 2011-12:
• Risk treatment plans for all strategic risks were developed and actions were monitored throughout the year. • The department’s risk profile was critically reviewed in October 2011 by the executive management team. • A program of internal audits identified opportunities to improve the operations of the department including the strengthening of controls, processes and systems. Accountable Officer’s Risk Management Attestation I, Andrew Tongue, certify that the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) has risk management processes in place consistent with the Australian/New Zealand Risk Management Standard and has an internal control and reporting system in place that enables the executive of the department to understand, manage and satisfactorily control risk exposures. The DPCD Audit Committee endorses this certification and confirms that the risk profile of the department has been critically continuously reviewed throughout the year.
Andrew Tongue, Secretary 14 August 2012 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 163 Appendix 3 Employment principles and workforce data Public administration and employment and conduct principles The department is committed to meeting the Public Sector Values and Employment Principles as set out in the Public Administration Act 2004. In developing and refining departmental practices and procedures DPCD ensures the public sector values are reflected and communicated. This is guided through collaboration with the State Services Authority.
Workforce data staffing trends
2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 888 973 1,077 1,048 958
June 2011-June 2012 Fixed term and Ongoing employees(i) casual employees
Employees Full time Part time (headcount) (headcount) (headcount) FTE (ii) FTE (ii) June 2012 814 685 129 769.4 118.4 June 2011 842 723 119 801.7 171.3
164 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 2012 2011 Fixed term Fixed term and casual and casual Ongoing(i) employees Ongoing(i) employees Employees Employees (headcount) FTE(ii) FTE(ii) (headcount) FTE(ii) FTE(ii) Gender Male 333 329.8 49 338 334.7 66.2 Female 481 439.6 69.45 504 467 105.1 Total 814 769.4 118.5 842 801.7 171.3 Age Under 25 14 13.8 10 17 16.4 6.6 25-34 185 175.2 46.9 199 190.8 73.4 35-44 241 218.6 33.67 247 228.9 49.9 45-54 208 199.7 18.3 216 207.4 27.3 55-64 152 148.9 8.6 147 143.6 13.1 Over 64 14 13.2 1 16 14.6 1 Total 814 769.4 118.5 842 801.7 171.3 Classification VPS 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 VPS 2 24 23.2 16.6 28 26.6 11.6 VPS 3 112 108.5 12.9 125 122 21.3 VPS 4 170 159.9 25.6 166 156.7 47.3 VPS 5 257 236.8 42.4 267 250.2 54.8 VPS 6 202 192.1 18 209 199.2 32.2 Other(iii) 9 9 3 7 7 3 STS 5 5 0 4 4 1 Total 779 734.6 118.5 806 765.7 171.3
Notes: (i) Ongoing employees means people engaged on an open-ended contract of employment and executives engaged on a standard executive contract who were active in the last full pay period of June. (ii) FTE means full-time equivalent. (iii) Employees reported with a classification of ‘Other’ are 3 Ministerial Chauffeurs, 6 Principal Scientists, 2 Senior Regulatory Analysts and 1 Chief Executive Officer. All figures reflect employment levels during the last full pay period of June 2012. Excluded are those on leave without pay or absent on secondment, external contractors/consultants, and temporary staff employed by employment agencies, and a small number of people who are not employees but appointees to a statutory office, as defined in the Public Administration Act 2004.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 165 Executive officer data
Table 1: Number of executive officers classified into ‘ongoing’ and ‘special projects’
All Ongoing Special projects Class No. Var1 No. Var No. Var EO-1 1 0 1 0 0 0 EO-2 13 -1 13 -1 0 0 EO-3 21 0 20 1 1 -1 Total 35 -1 34 0 1 -1
1 All references to variance denote variance between 2010-11 and 2011-12 figures.
Table 2: Breakdown of executive officers into gender for ‘ongoing’ and ‘special projects’
Ongoing Special projects Male Female Vacancies Male Female Vacancies Class No. Var No. Var No. No. Var No. Var No. EO-1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 EO-2 6 -2 7 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 EO-3 13 -1 7 2 0 0 0 1 -1 1 Total 20 -3 14 3 2 0 0 1 -1 1
166 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Table 3: Reconciliation of executive numbers
2012 2011 Executives with remuneration more than $100,000 (Financial Statement Note 41) 36 35 Vacancies (Table 2) 3 5 Add Executives employed with total remuneration below $100,000 6 11 Accountable Officer (Secretary) 1 1 Less Separations -7 -11 Leave without Pay -1 – Total executive numbers at 30 June 35 36
Table 4: Number of executive officers for the department’s portfolio agencies
Total Male Female Portfolio agencies No. Var No. Var No. Var Architects Registration Board of Victoria 1 0 0 0 1 0 Building Commission 6 0 5 0 1 0 Growth Areas Authority 6 0 5 0 1 0 Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust 9 2 5 1 4 1 Plumbing Industry Commission 1 0 1 0 0 0 Shrine of Remembrance Trust 1 0 1 0 0 0 State Sport Centres Trust 3 0 3 0 0 0 Victorian Institute of Sport 1 0 0 0 1 0 VicUrban 22 2 17 0 5 2 Total 50 4 37 1 13 3
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 167 Human resource management
Health, safety and wellbeing There was a continued focus on helping staff to improve their physical health and increase compliance with legislation in 2011-12. This included reviewing governance, introducing a new provider and extending staff benefits.
The Health, Safety and Wellbeing Committee structure and membership was streamlined to provide a more efficient mechanism to monitor and resolve OHS (occupational, health and safety) issues and trends. The governance of the committee also included clarifying the requirement and number of health and safety representatives.
As part of the Wellbeing@DPCD program, a range of initiatives were made available to staff during 2011-12:
• Diet myth busters seminar – 18 staff attended • Zinc testing and nutrition advice – 96 interviews were completed • Fitness testing and advice – 94 staff were assessed • Skin checks – 134 staff were assessed • Photographic postural assessments – 137 staff were assessed • Vision testing – 77 staff were assessed • Building resilience seminars – 81 staff attended • Flu vaccinations – 297 were administered to staff • Back care and manual handling seminar – 32 staff attended.
A new Employee Assistance Program provider, D’Accord, commenced service in March and delivered a series of staff information sessions around the state during March and April.
A Health and Wellbeing Expo was held over two days in March at the Spring Street main office to promote the range of staff benefits and programs available.
DPCD fielded 10 teams in the Global Corporate Challenge to promote staff activity levels. Seventy staff are recording their daily pedometer steps over 16 weeks from 24 May aiming for 10,000 steps a day.
A new Working with Respect and Harmony e-learning training module was introduced in November to educate managers and staff of their legal responsibilities in preventing discrimination, bullying and harassment in the workplace. Forty-three per cent of staff have completed the module.
Reported incidents and WorkCover The number of WorkCover incidents reported reduced from last year, although the volume of claims increased. In 2011-12 the incident data indicates that:
• 45 incident reports were received (51 in 2010-11) • 31 per cent of incidents occurred outside the office (12 per cent in 2010-11) • 29 per cent of incidents occurred in regions (45 per cent in 2010-11) • 8 WorkCover claims were accepted as standard claims (3 in 2010-11) • No days were lost as a result of injuries compensable under the Accident Compensation Act 1985.
168 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 DPCD’s performance against OHS management measures
OHS governance key performance indicators (KPIs) 2011-2012
Measure KPI 2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 FTE 888 973 1077 1. Incidents No. of incidents 45 51 45
Rate per 100 FTE 5.1% 5.2% 4.2% 2. Claims No. of standard claims (1) 8 3 11 – Data from this is provided by Rate per 100 FTE 0.9% 0.4% 1.0% WorkSafe’s Annual No. of lost time claims (2) 0 5 Report Data for 3 DPCD Rate per 100 FTE 0.3% 0% 0.5% No. of claims exceeding 13 weeks (3) 3 2 N/A Rate per 100 FTE 0.3% 0.2% N/A 3. Fatalities Fatality Claims 0 0 0 4. Claim costs Average cost per standard claim (4) $2,387 $5,406 $99,733 5. Return to Work(5) Average cost per standard claim (4) $2,387 $5,406 $99,733 6. Management Evidence of OHS policy statement, OHS Under review Completed Completed commitment objectives, regular reporting to senior management of OHS, and OHS plans (signed by CEO or equivalent). Evidence of OHS criteria in purchasing Completed Completed Completed guidelines (including goods, services and personnel) 7. Consultation and Evidence of agreed structure of designated Completed Corporate Completed participation workgroups (DWG’s), Health and Safety Governance Representatives (HSRs), and issue resolution structure procedures (IRPs) under review and update Compliance with agreed structure of DWG’s, Completed Under review Completed HSR’s and IRPs and update
8. Risk management Percentage of internal audits/inspections 100% 100% 100% conducted as planned (Workplace assessment checklist) Percentage of issues identified and actioned arising from: Percentage of internal audits/inspections 100% 100% 100% conducted as planned (Workplace assessment checklist) HSR Provisional Improvement Notices (PINS) N/A Nil Nil WorkSafe Notices N/A Nil Nil
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 169 Measure KPI 2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 FTE 888 973 1077 9. Training Number of managers and staff that have received OHS Training: • Induction(5) 295 (31%) 476 (47%) 141 • Management Training 207 (75%) 118 (41%) 41 • Contractors, temporary staff and visitors N/A (6) N/A N/A • Acceptance of role 60% 100% N/A • Re-training (refresher) 60% 100% N/A • Reporting of incidents and injuries 100% 100% N/A
(1) Standardised claims are those that have exceeded the employer excess (days or dollars) or are registered as a standard claim and are open with payments at the time of extraction. Fatality claims are also based on the same definition of standardised claims. The number of standard claims is extracted from WorkSafe’s Annual Report data for Department of Planning and Community Development. Under threshold claims are excluded from this figure. (2) A time lost claim is one with one (1) or more days compensated by the VWA/Insurer (That is: Once the employer has paid the 10 day excess) at the time of extraction. Time loss claims are a sub-set of standardised claims. Under threshold claims are excluded from this figure. (3) 13 week claims is a measure of the number of claims exceeding 13 weeks compensation based on a derived day count. The 13 week measure begins at day one (That is: employer excess and VWA payments). (4) Average claim cost is the average total incurred per standard claim for the employer. Please note the average costs per claim are calculated from April to March. (5) Staff are required to complete the online module upon commencement and annually. (6) Data included in staff and management training.
170 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 4 Office-based environmental impacts
DPCD has successfully reduced its environmental impacts and costs with its building infrastructure by introducing many new initiatives. In addition, behaviour change programs have been introduced and championed by 60 staff that volunteer as environmental representatives throughout the department. Energy Achievements: • DPCD successfully reduced energy consumption by seven (7) per cent to 4,329,775 MJ in 2011-12, reflecting the introduction of energy saving initiatives. • The de-lamping and lighting upgrade program and default energy saving settings on IT equipment helped reduce energy consumption at 1 Spring Street by approximately 10 per cent. • An environmental behaviour change campaign was run at DPCD during July and August promoting energy consumption. • The department achieved a 4.5 NABERS energy rating (National Australian Built Environment Rating System) for DPCD occupation of 1 Spring Street. Greener office fit outs associated with the consolidation of DPCD sites. • DPCD participated in the ‘City Switch’ program and ‘Earth Hour’ event to promote and improve office energy efficiency.
Table 1: Energy use, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total energy use – electricity (MJ) 4,892,472 5,361,595 5,234,455 4,650,887 4,329,775 Greenhouse gas emissions associated 1,780 1,951 1,304 1,160 1,016
with energy use (tonnes CO2-e) Green energy (MJ) 1,344,496 1,509,494 1,756,043 1,580,230 1,091,798 Percentage of electricity purchased as 22% 28% 34% 34% 25% green power Units of energy used per FTE (MJ/FTE) 6,508 5,315 5,310 4,921 5,150 Units of energy used per unit of office 340 270 264 252 243 area (MJ/m2)
Explanatory notes: • Eight sites were reported on this year: 1 Spring St, 8 Nicholson St, 55 Collins St, 56-60 King St (Bendigo), 6 Moorabool St (Geelong), State Government Offices (Geelong), 33 Breed St (Traralgon) and 71 Hotham St (Traralgon). • No data was available for 111 Armstrong St North (Ballarat) and 62 Ovens St (Wangaratta). • FTE numbers were considerably lower in 2011-12. An average was used over the four quarters for these sites.
2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Number of FTEs (sites recorded with 10+) No data No data 986 945 841 Tenancy (m2) No data No data 19,803 18,453 17,819 Number of reported sites No data No data 7 8 8
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 171 Water Achievements: • DPCD successfully reduced water consumption by four (4) per cent to 10,508 kl in 2011-12 by introducing water saving initiatives. • An environmental behaviour change campaign was run at DPCD during January and February in partnership with City West Water to improve water consumption.
Table 2: Water consumption, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total units of metered water consumed 10,995 11,082 11,744 10,969 10,508 (kilolitres) Units of metered water consumed in offices 11,585 11,000 11,900 11,605 12,499 per FTE (litres/FTE) Units of metered water consumed in offices 599 558 590 594 590 per unit of office area (litres/m2)
Explanatory notes In 2010-11:
• Eight sites were reported on this year: 1 Spring St, 8 Nicholson St, 55 Collins St, 56-60 King St (Bendigo), 6 Moorabool St (Geelong), State Government Offices (Geelong), 33 Breed St (Traralgon), 71 Hotham St (Traralgon). • No data was available for 111 Armstrong St North (Ballarat) and 62 Ovens St (Wangaratta). • FTE numbers were considerably lower in 2011-12. An average was used over the four quarters for these sites.
2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Number of FTEs (sites recorded with 10+) No data No data 986 945 841 Tenancy (m2) No data No data 19,803 18,453 17,819 Number of reported sites No data No data 7 8 8
172 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Paper Achievements: • The amount of printer paper purchased decreased by five (5) per cent to 14,530 reams in 2011-12. The number of reams/FTE also decreased to 16.4 per cent. • The proportion of paper purchased with recycled content increased to 95 per cent and the default A4 white printer paper continues to have 80 per cent recycled content. • An environmental behaviour change campaign was run at DPCD during May and June to reduce paper consumption. This publicised the volume of paper the department consumes and promoted paper saving tips to staff. • The number of printer copies made each month is now tracked across the entire department. • Electronic records management is continually promoted where possible in preference to hard copy documentation using DPCD’s eDocs electronic document management system.
Table 3: Paper use, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total units of copy paper used (reams) 15,724 18,923 18,972 15,285 14,530 Units of copy paper used per FTE 16.0 18.1 17.6 16.7 16.4 (reams/FTE) Percentage of 75-100% recycled content 92% 90% 84% 84% 95% copy paper purchased Percentage of 50-75% recycled content 2% 0% 0% 3% 0% copy paper purchased Percentage of 0-50% recycled content 6% 10% 16% 13% 5% copy paper purchased
Explanatory notes: • This represents paper purchased across the entire department. • The data was calculated using the whole of DPCD FTE figures for 30 June each year. • FTE numbers are considerably lower than previous years.
2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Number of FTEs 958 1,048 1,077 913 888
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 173 Waste production Achievements: • DPCD has reduced waste and improved its methodology over the past five year period. • The recycling rate remains high at more than 80 per cent. • An environmental behaviour change campaign was run at DPCD during March and April to improve rubbish recycling. New consistent bin signage with recycle, compost and landfill were installed throughout tenancies. • A ‘Stationery Freecycle’ collection point operates at 1 Spring Street to encourage recycling, minimise waste and reduce stationery ordering. • DPCD participated in recycling schemes to collect batteries, mobile phones, printer cartridges, CD cases and non-confidential CDs, corks and screw tops. • Office furniture and fit-out materials were reused to reduce waste generation throughout office moves. • In partnership with the Department of Sustainability and Environment, redundant letterhead paper continues to be converted into notepads.
Table 4: Waste disposal, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total units of waste disposed of by 64,661 79,770 92,025 40,005 51,214 destination (kg) Landfill (kg) 9,437 8,015 9,777 5,615 8,636 Comingled Recycling (kg) 48,961 56,332 73,697 28,495 35,951 Compost (kg) 6,263 15,423 8,551 5,895 6,628
Total units of waste disposed of per FTE 67 76 85 76 97 by destination (kg/FTE) Landfill (kg/FTE) 10 8 9 11 16 Comingled Recycling (kg/FTE) 50 53 68 54 68 Compost (kg/FTE) 7 15 8 11 13 Recycling Rate (%) 85% 89% 89% 86% 83% Greenhouse gas emissions associated 10 10 10 6 9
with waste (tonnes CO2-e)
Explanatory notes • Since 2010, waste audits have been undertaken at 1 Spring Street only. The 2011-12 waste audits covered the new tenancy of an additional two floors at 1 Spring Street. • The 2011-12 waste audits projected total annual waste based on an average of four separate audits, compared to a single audit in the previous year. • The FTE numbers are taken from the time of audit (normally February to March).
2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Number of FTEs (in audited sites) No data No data 1024 527 542 Number of audited sites No data No data 6 1 1
174 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Transport – Staff travel modes Achievements: • More than 85 per cent of DPCD staff travelled to work by sustainable transport in 2011-12, according to the Annual Staff Travel Survey undertaken. • The Bicycle User Groups continued to be promoted to all staff and encourages safe bike riding tips. • The Spring Street bike storage facility was upgraded to increase its capacity by 50 per cent. • An environmental behaviour change campaign was run at DPCD during September and October to promote more sustainable and smarter travel.
Table 5: Staff sustainable transport use, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Percentage of employees regularly using 91% 90% 90% 82% 86% sustainable transport to get to work CBD staff 77% 84% No data 92% 94% Metropolitan staff 2% 2% No data 57% 20% Regional staff 1% 1% No data 27% 19%
Explanatory notes: • The survey was conducted online across the entire department in May 2011. • The response rate was particularly high in 2010-11 as the survey was done in person by the environment representatives. • The data was calculated using the whole of DPCD FTE figures for 30 June each year. • FTE numbers are considerably lower than previous years.
2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Number of FTEs 958 1,048 1,077 913 888 Survey response rate 32% 38% 32% 58% 47%
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 175 Transport – Air travel Achievements: • DPCD has continued its downward trend in the use of air travel over the past five years.
Table 6: Air travel, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total distance travelled by aeroplane (km) 1,525,285 1,740,361 1,342,310 885,965 905,956 Total greenhouse gas emissions associated 470 538 565 234 254 with air travel (tonnes (tonnes CO2-e)
Explanatory notes: • DPCD staff air travel (domestic and international) and associated greenhouse gas emissions are reported on using data received from the government travel agents, FCM Travel Solutions. Vehicle fleet – Operational vehicles Achievements: • DPCD has continued its downward trend in the use and size of fleet vehicles over the past five years. • Four-cylinder vehicles (including hybrids) currently make up 81 per cent of the DPCD fleet.
Table 7: Operational vehicles, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total energy consumption by vehicles (MJ) 8,793,614 7,580,189 9,513,094 5,138,556 6,665,880 6 Cylinder vehicles No data No data No data 946,910 1,741,758 4 Cylinder vehicles (excluding Hybrids) No data No data No data 2,801,309 2,608,765 Hybrids No data No data No data 1,390,338 2,315,357
Total vehicle travel associated with entity 2,619,328 2,602,636 3,172,454 2,166,807 2,369,008 operations (km) 6 Cylinder vehicles No data No data No data 344,541 459,393 4 Cylinder vehicles (excluding Hybrids) No data No data No data 1,059,202 918,661 Hybrids No data No data No data 763,064 990,954
Greenhouse gas emissions associated with 641 551 707 382 462 vehicle fleet (tonnes CO2-e)
Explanatory notes • Since 2010, waste audits have been undertaken at 1 Spring Street only. The 2011-12 waste audits covered the new tenancy of an additional two floors at 1 Spring Street. • The 2011-12 waste audits projected total annual waste based on an average of four separate audits, compared to a single audit in the previous year. • The FTE numbers are taken from the time of audit (normally February to March).
176 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Greenhouse gas emissions Achievements: • DPCD has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions associated with energy use, waste, vehicle fleet and air travel. The respective results are detailed in the previous sections.
Table 8: Greenhouse gas emissions, past five years
Indicator 2007-8 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total Greenhouse gas emissions 2,901 3,050 2,586 1,776 1,742 (tonnes CO2-e) Greenhouse gas emissions associated with 1,780 1,951 1,304 1,160 1,016 energy use (tonnes CO2-e) Greenhouse gas emissions associated with 10 10 10 6 9 waste (tonnes CO2-e) Greenhouse gas emissions associated with 641 551 707 376 463 vehicle fleet (tonnes CO2-e) Greenhouse gas emissions associated with 470 538 565 234 254 air travel (tonnes CO2-e)
Sustainable procurement DPCD continues to incorporate environmental considerations in the procurement of office accommodation and fit-out, IT equipment and vehicle fleet.
Achievements: • The default A4 white printer paper continues to have 80 per cent recycled content. • DPCD continues to actively promote the purchase of stationery products containing recycled materials. • An environmental campaign was run at DPCD during November and December to promote greener procurement. Future environmental program In the last election the government committed to all departments and agencies reporting on comprehensive energy and energy benchmarking. In the future DPCD will:
• provide details of all environmental impacts (not just office-based) • provide guidance to DPCD agencies on how to report their environmental impacts • improve the collection of environmental data by participating in the Environmental Data Management System project led by the Department of Sustainability and Environment • continue to expand its network of DPCD environmental representatives • provide a series of six environmental behaviour change campaigns to improve efficiencies with staff in the next year • implement water saving measures to improve the quality of water consumption data.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 177 Appendix 5 Implementation of the Victorian Industry Participation Policy
In October 2003, the Victorian Parliament passed the Victorian Industry Participation Policy Act 2003 which requires public bodies and departments to report on the implementation of the Victorian Industry Participation Policy (VIPP). Departments and public bodies are required to apply VIPP in all tenders of more than $3 million in metropolitan Melbourne and $1 million in regional Victoria.
Details of projects commenced and completed in 2011-12 to which the VIPP applied are as follows:
FTE Total value of Commenced/ Apprenticeships/ Statement of total VIPP contracts ($) Location Completed Traineeships3 commitments/outcomes4 Korumburra, $1,900,000 Regional Completed 0 95% local content committed. Leongatha – South Estimated increase of 500 jobs Gippsland wastewater over 10 years. – Venus Bay Ocean outfall Process and $2,193,475 Regional Commenced 0 TBA Wastewater Treatment – Innovation for enhanced sustainability of textile manufacturing Port Anthony – $2,000,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Gateway to Growth project Mildura Freight Gate $6,000,000 Regional Completed 0 100% local content Relocation project Stawell Airport $2,497,000 Regional Completed 0 90% local content committed. upgrade – Stage 2 Civil contracting, line marking and soil stabilisation skills and technology committed. Beaufort Economic $1,100,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Growth project Iluka Murray Basin $3,970,000 Regional Completed 0 80% local content committed. project – Rail Train drivers and container infrastructure handling positions skills and technology committed. Clunes railway $3,500,000 Regional Completed 0 80% local content committed. station reopening Civil contracting skills and technology committed. The Yaapeet Line $1,700,000 Regional Completed 0 80% local content committed. Grain Development Civil contracting skills and project technology committed. Growing Aerospace $1,500,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Manufacturing at Latrobe Regional Airport Mildura airport $5,200,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA terminal redevelopment
178 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 FTE Total value of Commenced/ Apprenticeships/ Statement of total VIPP contracts ($) Location Completed Traineeships3 commitments/outcomes4 Development of the $2,000,000 Regional Commenced 0 100% local content Victorian Regional Exhibition Complex – Bendigo (Stage 2) Positioning regional $3,420,000 Regional Completed 0 Some equipment Victoria's future manufactured outside prosperity Australia. New technology to improve efficiencies in broad range of industry sectors committed, including agricultural sector with precision farming, ICT, land management, equipment supply and maintenance. Nagambie $2,385,000 Regional Completed 0 100% local content committed. Revitalisation project Low skills committed, primarily construction jobs. Bushfire Recovery $4,900,000 Regional Completed 0 100% local content committed. projects – Lake New snow making system and Mountain, Steavenson training committed. Falls and Grand Ridge Rail Trail Moe Activity $2,000,000 Regional Completed 0 100% local content committed. Centre Plan – Skills committed include local Implementation of trades for demolition work and project 1, train site restoration. station precinct Bendigo Regional $1,300,000 Regional Completed 0 100% local content Archive Centre Deakin University $10,275,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Student Accommodation project Burra Foods $2,107,000 Regional Completed 0 69% local content committed. – Korumburra Training committed for existing infrastructure and new employees to operate capacity expansion manufacturing plant. Castlemaine $3,076,700 Regional Completed 0 60% local content committed expansion in plant expansion. 30% local water efficiency content committed in energy enhancements efficiency initiatives. Skills committed include meat processing techniques. Geelong Maltings: $1,000,000 Regional Completed 1 85% local content Water Recovery project
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 179 FTE Total value of Commenced/ Apprenticeships/ Statement of total VIPP contracts ($) Location Completed Traineeships3 commitments/outcomes4 Geelong Library and $15,000,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Heritage Centre (GLHC) Sandhurst Theatre $3,000,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Complex (Bendigo) Horsham Aerodrome $1,050,000 Regional Completed 1.75 72% local content. – Development of all weather second runway Benalla Library/Civic $1,000,000 Benalla Commenced TBA TBA Centre conversion Rural City Council Indigo Shire Civic $2,133,575 Indigo Shire Commenced TBA TBA Centres Council Numurkah Seniors $1,000,000 Moira Shire Commenced TBA TBA Community Hub Council Mooroopna West $2,000,000 Greater Commenced TBA TBA growth corridor Shepparton City Council Phillip Island Road – $1,125,000 Bass Coast Commenced TBA TBA Anderson to Potters Shire Hill Road Council Replace Magpie $1,200,000 Ballarat Commenced TBA TBA Bridge City Council Bungaree $,1250,000 Moorabool Commenced TBA TBA Community facility Shire Council Surf Coast Shire $2,377,966 Surf Coast Commenced TBA TBA Council Community Shire and Civic Precinct – Council Stage 2 Bendigo Library / $2,000,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Community Hub Bellbird Road, $1,518,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Drainage and associated Infrastructure Establishment Wonthaggi Town $1,150,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Entrance Western Route for $1,250,000 Regional Commenced TBA TBA Bacchus Marsh Vines Road 1,077,000 Greater Completed N/A The percentage of local content redevelopment Geelong 31 October and skill/technology transfer 2011 outcomes is still to be advised.
180 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 FTE Total value of Commenced/ Apprenticeships/ Statement of total VIPP contracts ($) Location Completed Traineeships3 commitments/outcomes4 Corio Norlane 1,484,000 Greater Commenced N/A The percentage of local transport initiative Geelong 15 March content and skill/technology 2012 transfer to be committed is still to be advised. Stage 2 17,634,280 Knox Completed 21 The ‘local content’ was 80% with mainly the TV lighting, court light units, carpet, tiles, part of the timber flooring and limited mechanical equipment coming from overseas. Technology transfer was achieved in recycled rainwater and water harvesting design, air conditioning heating and cooling, and lighting controls for the show court. In addition the retractable seating is the largest ever built in the southern hemisphere. Simonds Stadium 32,305,319 Regional Commenced At least one. The project is committed to Redevelopment (Geelong) achieving 85% ‘local content’ (Southern Stand) for value added activity. As a result of this contract 10 jobs will be created in Australia and 120 jobs will be retained. Outcomes will include: internal training of staff for updated and latest industry developments; training apprentice carpenters, cadets and junior managers; transferring skills to the end user of the building; researching new methods of construction to benefit all parties; and, canvassing market for innovative technologies.
Notes: 3 Details of FTE Apprenticeships or traineeships committed are contained in the VIPP Plan for each project. VIPP Plans are required to be submitted with the first payment claim and at the time of publication, most new projects have not yet submitted the first payment claim. 4 Details of total VIPP commitments and outcomes are contained in the VIPP Plan for each project. VIPP Plans are required to be submitted with the first payment claim and at the time of publication, most new projects have not yet submitted the first payment claim.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 181 Appendix 6 Consultancies
Details of individual consultancies
($ thousand) Consultant Purpose of Start date End date Total Expenditure Future consultancy approved 2011-12 expenditure project fee (excluding (excluding (excluding GST) GST) GST) Marsden Jacob Expert advice and 11/6/12 31/8/12 40.4 0 40.4 analysis of proposed changes to the Environment Effects Act 1978
Chisholm & Harper Review of the 8/3/12 31/8/12 105 71.6 33.4 Volunteering Portal and to make strategic recommendations for the future KPMG Latrobe Valley 6/2/12 30/3/12 88 88 0 Competitive Advantage Report Trees Victoria Inc A socio economic 2/12/11 23/3/12 40 40 0 analysis of the timber industry in Gippsland
In 2011-12, Department of Planning and Community Development engaged Nil consultancies where the total fees payable to the consultants were less than $10,000 (excl. GST).
Appendix 7 Disclosure of major contracts
The Department of Planning and Community Development did not enter into any major contracts valued at $10 million or more during the year ended 30 June 2012.
182 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 8 Freedom of information
Victoria’s Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) gives members of the public the right to apply for access to documents held by ministers, Victorian Government departments, local councils, public hospitals, statutory authorities and most semi-government agencies.
The FOI Act allows people to apply for access to all documents held by an agency. Documents include, but are not limited to, paper and electronic documents, maps, tapes and graphs.
The two main categories of information normally requested under the FOI Act include individuals asking for their personal documents and documents relating to the activities of government.
The FOI Act outlines general categories of information that are exempt. These include information relating to the personal affairs of third parties, information provided in confidence, information that if released might endanger the lives or physical safely of individuals, cabinet documents, commercial-in-confidence information and internal working documents the release of which would be contrary to the public interest.
Decisions are made under the FOI Act by the secretary of the department, or in line with arrangements made by the secretary as required under Sections 26 and 51 of the FOI Act.
Applicants are to be notified of decisions as soon as practicable, but not later than 45 days after the day on which the request was received.
It should be noted that certain documents are destroyed or transferred to the Public Record Office Victoria in accordance with the Public Records Act 1973.
Freedom of information statistics 2011-12
Total FOI requests FOI requests from MPs FOI requests from media FOI requests (other) 119 31 22 66
Total internal reviews Total VCAT reviews 12 5
Average processing time Percentage of requests Percentage of requests Percentage of requests for all requests (days) processed within processed within processed over 45 days 46 to 90 days 90 days 57 40.5 40.5 19
Making a freedom of information request A request must be made in writing and should be addressed to:
FOI Manager Department of Planning and Community Development GPO 2392 Melbourne VIC 3001
Requests can also be lodged online at: www.foi.vic.gov.au
Telephone enquiries can be made on (03) 9208 3112
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 183 An FOI request must be specific enough to allow an agency to identify documents considered relevant to a request. Where the terms of a request are vague, assistance will be provided to applicants to help determine the type of documentation being sought.
During the financial year 2011-12, FOI requests were subject to a $24.40 application fee. The fee may be waived in cases where payment would cause an applicant financial hardship. Where an applicant seeks a waiver of the fee, the request should indicate the grounds on which a waiver is being sought (for example, low income, or holder of a Commonwealth Health Care Card). As of 1 July 2012, and in line with the Monetary Units Act 2004, the application fee increased to $25.10.
Under Section 22 of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Freedom of Information (Access Charges) Regulations 2004, access charges are applicable to FOI requests. The charges relate to search time and photocopying.
A summary of the charges are as follows:
Search fees $20.00 per hour or part thereof Copying fees 20 cents per A4 size page for black and white photocopying Other charges – including transcription and colour copying Reasonable costs incurred by the agency
Where can you find out more about FOI? To provide more assistance to FOI applicants, the Department of Justice provides general information about making FOI requests on the FOI website. FOI annual reports from 1998 onwards are also available at this website which is located at www.foi.vic.gov.au. Listings of all agencies where FOI requests can be directed are also provided, as are the contact details of the FOI Officer.
A copy of the FOI Act and Regulations are available free of charge at www.legislation.vic.gov.au. Publicly available information Information is often available publicly, particularly on websites. Before making an FOI request, it is advisable to verify whether the document or information you are seeking to access is already available publicly, or for a fee.
The DPCD website www.dpcd.vic.gov.au provides information regarding all workgroups and business units of the department. The majority of the department’s publications are published directly onto the website. Planning The department is responsible for land-use planning and environment assessment in Victoria. This includes managing the regulatory framework and providing advice on planning policy, urban design and strategic planning, as well as information on land development and forecasting.
There is an extensive amount of information available on the department’s website. All approved planning scheme amendments can be viewed at Planning Scheme Amendments Online.
184 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 For assistance with navigating Planning Scheme Amendments Online or general planning enquiries, please contact Information Victoria on 1300 366 356 (local call cost).
For more detailed information about planning scheme amendments, please contact the relevant DPCD regional office or [email protected] .
The department also provides online services for access to planning information, forms and news. The Planning Services Directory is a new directory of these services. Heritage Victoria permit applications and Victorian Heritage Database Heritage Victoria permit applications can be viewed online at www.heritage.vic.gov.au.
The Victorian Heritage Database is a fully searchable online database containing information about registered heritage places and objects, including statements of significance, physical descriptions, historical information and photographs.
Heritage Victoria also has the following sites available: http://twitter.com/heritagevic http://www.flickr.com/photos/heritage_victoria/sets/ http://www.youtube.com/vicheritage Victorian Government Directory The Victorian Government Directory, produced by Information Victoria, details the legislation assigned and administered by Victorian ministers. Decision-making powers and other powers affecting members of the public can be found in the legislation. The directory is available online at www.vic.gov.au. Victorian Government Bookshop The Victorian Government Bookshop is a one-stop shop for Victorian Government and federal legislation, lega kits, Australian Bureau of Statistics data and annual reports. The bookshop also stocks a variety of books and a large selection of maps and other government publications.
For further information call 1300 366 356 (local call cost) or visit the website at www.bookshop.vic.gov.au. Alick Jackomos Library Alick Jackomos (1924-99) was a friend of and advocate for Aboriginal people all his working life. In addition, he was an author, raconteur, genealogist and collector of stories and memorabilia. In 1999 the Aboriginal Affairs Victoria Resource Centre was renamed the Alick Jackomos Library in his honour.
To enable improved access the majority of the collection will now be integrated within the Victorian Government Library Services (VGLS). The Alick Jackomos Photographical Collection will be made available to the whole community through its donation to the Koorie Heritage Trust Library.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 185 Appendix 9 National Competition Policy
In 1995, all Australian Governments (federal, state and territory) agreed to review and, where appropriate, reform all existing legislative restrictions on competition.
Under the National Competition Policy, the guiding legislative principle is that legislation, including future legislative proposals, should not restrict competition unless it can be demonstrated that the:
• benefits of the restriction to the community as a whole outweigh the costs • objectives of the legislation can only be achieved by restricting competition.
The department continues to comply with the requirements of the National Competition Policy
186 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 10 Compliance with the Whistleblower’s Protection Act 2001
The Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001 (the Act) commenced operation on 1 January 2002. The purpose of the Act is to encourage and facilitate the making of disclosures of improper conduct by public officers and public bodies. The Act provides protection to whistleblowers that make disclosures in accordance with the Act, and establishes a system for the matters disclosed to be investigated and rectifying action to be taken.
DPCD is committed to the aims and objectives of the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001. It does not tolerate improper conduct by its employees, officers or members, nor the taking of reprisals against those who come forward to disclose such conduct.
The department recognises the value of transparency and accountability in its administrative and management practices, and supports the making of disclosures that reveal corrupt conduct, conduct involving a substantial mismanagement of public resources, or conduct involving a substantial risk to public health and safety or the environment.
The department will take all reasonable steps to protect the people who make such disclosures from any detrimental action in reprisal for making the disclosure. The department will treat the disclosure and any information received in the investigation of a disclosed matter in the strictest of confidence.
The number and types of disclosures made to public bodies during the year are as follows:
2011-12 2010-11 Number Number Public interest disclosures Nil Nil Protected disclosures Nil Nil Disclosures referred during the year by the department to the Ombudsman for Nil Nil determination as to whether they are public interest disclosures
Disclosed matters referred to the department by the Ombudsman for investigation Nil Nil Disclosures referred by the department to the Ombudsman for investigation Nil Nil Investigations taken over from the department by the Ombudsman Nil Nil Requests made by a whistleblower to the Ombudsman to take over an investigation Nil by the department Nil Disclosed matters that the department has declined to investigate Nil Nil Disclosed matters that were substantiated upon investigation and the action taken Nil Nil on completion of the investigation
Recommendations made by the Ombudsman that relate to the department Nil Nil
To view the full procedure for making disclosures visit www.dpcd.vic.gov.au.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 187 Appendix 11 Compliance with the Building Act 1993
Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) owns and/or controls five recreation camps across Victoria. The SRV camps are operated on a long-term lease arrangement with the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA). Each camp site comprises a number of buildings, as outlined in the following table:
Site No. of buildings on site Anglesea Recreation Camp 10 Camp Manyung 23 Howman’s Gap Alpine Centre 10 Lady Northcote Recreation Camp 18 Mount Evelyn Recreation Camp 5
All buildings conform to the building standards applicable at the time of their construction and/or subsequent significant renovation. Certificates of Final Inspection/Occupancy Permits have been issued for all major works undertaken during the year.
The condition of the buildings is reviewed annually by an independent person and a report is prepared detailing any rectification and maintenance works that are required to maintain the buildings to the standard appropriate for their ongoing use.
During the year the department also completed an annual essential safety measures report to comply with the Building Act 1993 (Building Regulations 2006) Regulations 1209 and 1215 for the camps.
Appendix 12 Compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006
Under Section 192 of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, the secretary must report on the operation of the Act including:
• the exercise and performance by inspectors of their powers, functions and duties under the Act • any complaints received in relation to inspectors • actions taken to address those complaints.
The Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 establishes the role of inspectors and makes provision for the appointment of inspectors. The key functions to be carried out by an inspector include:
1. monitoring compliance with the Act 2. investigating suspected offences against the Act 3. directing the conduct of a cultural heritage audit to assess the impact of an activity on Aboriginal cultural heritage 4. issuing and delivering stop orders without formal approval if there are reasonable grounds for believing that Aboriginal cultural heritage is under threat from an activity.
There are four inspectors, one of whom is Indigenous, currently authorised under the Act. All are government employees who have successfully completed inspector training and have received ongoing training in relation to the operation of the Act.
188 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 In 2011-12 inspectors exercised their powers, functions and duties as set out below:
Section Summary of function/power Exercised 83 Cultural heritage audit must be Two cultural heritage audit reports were conducted under an conducted under the direction of inspector’s direction. an inspector 84 Give a written report of the findings of a Two cultural heritage audit reports were given to the minister. cultural heritage audit to the minister 159(a) Monitoring compliance with the Act 30 onsite meetings or inspections were carried out to monitor compliance with the Act. 159(b) Investigation of suspected offences 26 investigations were carried out or are ongoing. against the Act 159(c) Directing the conduct of cultural Two cultural heritage audits were ordered. heritage audits 159(d) Issuing and delivering stop orders No stop orders were required. 159(e) Reporting to the secretary No reports were required. 166 Power to enter land or premises with the Land or premises were entered with the consent of the consent of the occupier occupier on seven occasions. 168 Power to enter land or premises open to Land or premises open to the public were entered on the public nine occasions. 169 Power to enter land or premises for a One property was entered for the purposes of a cultural heritage cultural heritage audit audit after provision of a written notice. 170 Power to search upon entry Search powers on entering land open to the public or with the consent of the occupier were exercised on 12 occasions. 171 Seizure powers on entry without Seizure powers on entering land open to the public or with the search warrant consent of the occupier were not required. 172 Seizure power without consent Seizure powers without consent were exercised on one occasion. 173 Search warrants One search warrant was applied for. 176 Receipts for seized things One receipt was issued. 177 Security of seized things Seized things were placed in secure storage on one occasion. 178(4) Return of seized objects No seized objects or remains were returned. 180 Require the giving of name and address Three persons were required to give their names and addresses. 181 Require the giving of assistance No-one was required to give assistance and information. and information 182 Taking affidavits No affidavits were taken. 184 Report to be given about entry Two reports were required.
Complaints in relation to inspectors There have been no complaints received in relation to inspectors.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 189 Appendix 13 Compliance with the Local Government Act 1989 Annual Reports 2010-11 Councils and regional library corporations are required to submit annual reports within three months of the end of the financial year or such longer period, as the Minister for Local Government may permit in a particular case, pursuant to the Local Government Act 1989.
Sections 131(9) and 196(7) of the Act require the Minister for Local Government to report any council or regional library’s failure to submit its annual report within the time allowed.
Councils and regional libraries that were late in submitting their annual reports for 2010-11 were:
Councils Regional libraries
Buloke Shire Council Goulburn Valley
Budgets 2011-12 Sections 130(6) and 196(7) of the Act require the Minister for Local Government to report any council or regional library’s failure to submit its adopted budget within the time allowed.
Councils and regional libraries that were late in submitting their adopted budgets for 2011- 2012 were:
Councils Regional libraries Buloke Shire Council Campaspe Shire Council Greater Dandenong City Council
190 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 14 Compliance with the Planning and Environment Amendment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act 2010
The Planning and Environment Amendment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution (GAIC)) Act 2010 (the Act) came into effect on 1 July 2010. Information in relation to this Act is located on the Growth Areas Authority (GAA) website at www.gaa.vic.gov.au.
In 2011-12 there was one legislative amendment to the Act which was the Planning and Environment Amendment (Schools) Act 2012. In addition one other amendment was made the year prior and was the Planning and Environment Amendment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act 2011. Information about these changes can be found on the above mentioned GAA website.
The GAA is responsible under the Act to notify the State Revenue Office and the Registrar of Titles of the properties that fall within the GAIC Contribution Area.
The State Revenue Office retains a record of those properties that are liable for GAIC, and for determining and collecting any GAIC liability.
The Registrar of Titles is responsible for placing a GAIC notice on each affected property and will not allow any land dealings, in relation to those properties, without receipt of an appropriate GAIC certificate and notice, as issued by the State Revenue Office.
The GAA also investigates any planning and zoning anomalies that may be raised as they relate to GAIC, and in progressing stage payment enquiries and applications from landowners conducting subdivisions in Melbourne’s growth areas.
In addition the GAA provides secretarial support to the GAIC Hardship Relief Board (the Board). The Board meets periodically to consider applications for hardship relief. Information about the Board may also be found on the GAA website. During the 2011-12 year the Board made decisions on four hardship applications (2010-11: nil). There is currently one active application before the Board.
Under Section 45 of the Financial Management Act 1994 and Section 201VC of the Act the GAA and DPCD are required to report annually on the operation of the GAIC.
The amount of GAIC triggered and received in the 2011-12 financial year is shown below. The amounts received by the State Revenue Office are paid into the Consolidated Fund in accordance with the Act and then paid equally into two GAIC funds, the Building New Communities Fund and the Growth Areas Public Transport Fund (the Funds). These funds are held by, and financially reported on by, DPCD.
GAIC rates per hectare of Contribution Area
Land Type Year ended 30 June 2012 Year ended 30 June 2011 Type A $82,550 $80,000 Type B1, B2 & C $98,030 $95,000
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 191 Summary of GAIC revenue transactions for the year
Number of Transaction value Number of Transaction value Notes transactions for for the year ended transactions for for the year ended the year ended 30 June 2012 the year ended 30 June 2011 30 June 2012 30 June 2011
GAIC receipts 38 $16,137,697 24 $17,245,835 1 GAIC refunds 2 $1,752,171 0 - 2 GAIC deferred 20 $43,660,319 20 $42,464,057 3 Staged payments 9 $33,270,691 6 $8,899,483 4 Net staged payments 11 $23,903,196 6 $6,750,256 5 outstanding
Notes to Summary of GAIC revenue transactions for the year:
1. The GAIC receipts by State Revenue Office of $16,137,697 (2010-11: $17,245,835) includes interest received and refunds made, and has been paid into the Consolidated Fund as per Section 201SZJ of the Planning and Environment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act 2010 (the Act).
2. The recognition of the two GAIC refunds of payments already made amounting to $1,752,171 is included in the reported GAIC receipts of $16,137,697 for the year ended 30 June 2012.
3. Deferrals arise from purchase transactions whereby the liable party elects to defer all, or part of their GAIC liability until the next GAIC event. Should the liable party elect to defer part of the liability then a payment of the non-deferred portion of the total liability is due. The reported total GAIC deferred for the year is the total amount elected to have been deferred during the financial year. Some of those amounts may have subsequently been paid, or have been converted into staged payment arrangements.
4. $33,270,691 is the value of the staged payments entered into for the year ended 30 June 2012.
5. To date the Minister for Planning has approved staged payment arrangements in relation to 15 GAIC events. The outstanding amounts are to be progressively reduced in accordance with the agreed payment arrangements. Four staged payment arrangements have been revoked leaving a balance of 11 active staged payments. The total outstanding staged payments amounts approved and due for payment in the future at 30 June 2012 amounts to $23,903,196 (2010-11: $6,750,256).
192 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 GAIC receipts made in each growth area
GAIC receipts for GAIC receipts for Total GAIC Total paid out Proportion year ended 30 year ended 30 receipts for each of contributions paid out of June 2012 June 2011 growth area received for each contributions growth area received for each growth area* Growth area $ $ $ $ %
Casey** 5,339,844 4,009,794 9,349,638 345,401 3.7 Cardinia** - - - - - Hume 5,238,078 7,683,281 12,921,359 479,302 3.7 Melton 5,559,774 3,504,272 9,064,046 322,966 3.6 Mitchell - 233,130 233,130 9,565 4.1 Whittlesea - - - - - Wyndham - 1,815,359 1,815,359 66,780 3.7 Total $16,137,697 $17,245,835 $33,383,532 $1,224,014 3.7%
* Reported under Section 201VC(b) of the Act. ** The Casey-Cardinia Growth Area proportion is 3.7%. GAIC Funds The reporting under Section 201VC of the Act in relation to the two GAIC funds is set out on the next page.
The amounts collected by the State Revenue Office are paid into the Consolidated Fund (in accordance with Section 201SZJ of the Act. The amounts collected for the 2011-12 financial year are reported above.
Periodically the GAIC revenue that has been collected and paid into the Consolidated Fund is transferred to the two GAIC Funds, net of any GAIC refunds made. In 2011-12 two refunds amounting to $1,752,171 were made (2010-11: nil). As at 30 June 2012, an amount of $8,985,268 has been transferred to each of the Building New Communities Fund and the Growth Areas Public Transport Fund (totalling $17,970,536; 2010-11: $15,800,000) for the 2011-12 financial year in accordance with Section 201V(2) of the Act.
Other than the amounts due to the State Revenue Office for administering the collection of the GAIC, no amounts have been paid out of the GAIC funds to 30 June 2012. It will be noted that when the amounts received are split between the two Funds and reported by growth area municipality, that the quantity available from each jurisdiction is reasonably small. Currently fund allocation criteria are being developed and finalised.
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 193 Building New Communities Fund for the year ended 30 June 2012
Opening fund Interest earned Amount paid Amount paid out Balance of the balance as at for the year into the fund for of the fund for fund as at 1 July 2011 the year the Year 30 June 2012 Growth area $ $ $ $ $
Casey* 1,719,019 90,235 3,172,524 – 4,981,778 Cardinia* – – – – – Hume 3,841,640 201,656 2,595,816 – 6,639,112 Melton 1,752,136 91,973 2,779,888 – 4,623,997 Mitchell 116,565 6,119 – – 122,684 Whittlesea – – – – – Wyndham 470,640 24,705 437,040 – 932,385 Total $7,900,000 $414,688 $8,985,268 $0 $17,299,956 * Combined Casey-Cardinia Growth Area.
Casey-Cardinia 1,719,019 90,235 3,172,524 – 4,981,778
Growth Areas Public Transport Fund for the year ended 30 June 2011
Opening fund Balance including Amount paid into Amount paid out Balance of the balance as at interest accrued the fund for of the fund for fund as at 1 July 2011 the year the Year 30 June 2012 Growth area $ $ $ $ $
Casey* 1,580,644 89,157 3,172,524 207,026 4,635,299 Cardinia* – – – – – Hume 3,531,730 199,208 2,595,816 169,392 6,157,362 Melton 1,610,572 90,844 2,779,888 181,402 4,299,902 Mitchell 107,000 6,036 – – 113,036 Whittlesea – – – – – Wyndham 432,380 24,389 437,040 28,520 865,289 Total $7,262,326 $409,634 $8,985,268 $586,340** $16,070,888 * Combined Casey-Cardinia Growth Area.
Casey-Cardinia 1,580,644 89,157 3,172,524 207,026 4,635,299
** This amount of $586,340 net of GST (represents a gross payment of $644,974 including GST, less the refundable portion of $58,634) (2010-11; Gross amount of $701,442 less GST of $63,767, and a net payment of $637,674) has been accrued and is to be paid to the State Revenue Office in accordance with Section 201VA(c) of the Act. GAIC works-in-kind The GAIC Works-in-Kind legislative amendments were gazetted on 29 June 2011. There were no GAIC Works-in-Kind Agreements in place as at 30 June 2012. The GAIC Works-In-Kind Guidelines and Model Agreement are currently being prepared and are anticipated to be released in the 2012 calendar year to be available for progressing GAIC Works-In-Kind applications.
194 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Appendix 15 Legislative changes and new regulations New or amending acts for the Minister New regulations for the Minister for Local Government for Planning City of Melbourne Amendment Act 2011 Building Amendment (Bushfire Construction) Regulations 2011 Local Government Amendment (Electoral Matters) Act 2011 Building Amendment (Community Fire Refuge Construction) Interim Regulations 2011 City of Greater Geelong Amendment Act 2012 Planning and Environment (Fees) Interim City of Melbourne Amendment (Enrolment) Act 2012 Regulations 2011
City of Melbourne Amendment (Environmental Subdivision (Fees) Interim Regulations 2011 Upgrade Agreements) Act 2012 Subdivision (Procedures) Regulations 2011 Local Government (Brimbank City Council) Amendment Act 2012 Building Amendment (Fees) Regulations 2012 New or amending acts for the Minister Heritage (Infringement Notice) Regulations 2012 for Planning Plumbing Amendment (Fees) Regulations 2012 Victorian Urban Development Authority Amendment (Urban Renewal Authority Victoria) Act 2011 New regulations for the Minister for Regional and Rural Development Building Amendment Act 2012 Regional Growth Fund Regulations 2011 Planning and Environment Amendment (Schools) Act 2011 Regional Growth Fund Amendment Regulations 2011
Port Bellarine Tourist Resort (Repeal) Act 2012 New regulations for the Minister for Local Government Local Government (Finance and Reporting) Amendment Regulations 2011
City of Melbourne (Electoral) Regulations 2012
Local Government (Electoral) Amendment Regulations 2012
Local Government (Long Service Leave) Regulations 2012
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 195 Appendix 16 Additional departmental information available on request
In compliance with the requirements of the Standing Directions of the Minister for Finance, details in respect of the items listed below have been retained by the department and are available to the relevant ministers, Members of Parliament and the public on request (subject to the freedom of information requirements, if applicable):
(a) A statement that declarations of pecuniary interests have been duly completed by all relevant officers of the department. (b) Details of shares held by senior officers as nominee or held beneficially in a statutory authority or subsidiary. (c) Details of publications produced by the department about the activities of the department and where they can be obtained. (d) Details of changes in prices, fees, charges, rates and levies charged by the department for its services, including services that are administered. (e) Details of any major external reviews carried out in respect of the operation of the department. (f) Details of any other research and development activities undertaken by the department that are not otherwise covered either in the report of operations or in a document which contains the financial statement and report of operations. (g) Details of overseas visits undertaken including a summary of the objectives and outcomes of each visit. (h) Details of major promotional, public relations and marketing activities undertaken by the department to develop community awareness of the services provided by the department. (i) Details of assessments and measures undertaken to improve the occupational health and safety of employees, not otherwise detailed in the report of operations. (j) A general statement on industrial relations within the department and details of time lost through industrial accidents and disputes, which are not otherwise detailed in the report of operations. (k) A list of major committees sponsored by the department, the purposes of each committee and the extent to which the purposes have been achieved.
To access any of the requested information listed above, please send a written request (including email) to:
Director, Corporate Strategy 1 Spring St GPO 2392V Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (03) 9208 3718 Email: [email protected]
196 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Contacts
Department of Planning and Community Development 1 Spring Street Melbourne 3000
8 Nicholson Street East Melbourne 3002
Telephone: (03) 9208 3333 Web: www.dpcd.vic.gov.au Regional contacts
Regional services Barwon South West Julian Hill Peter O Anderson Executive Director Regional Director Level 13, 1 Spring Street 69-71 Moorabool Street Melbourne 3000 Geelong 3220 Telephone: (03) 9208 3681 Telephone: (03) 5223 2104 Facsimile: (03) 9208 3646 Facsimile: (03) 5229 9503
Gippsland Hume Jane Oakley Angela Verde Regional Director Regional Director Victorian Business Centre Wangaratta Government Centre 33 Breed Street First Floor, 62 Ovens Street Traralgon 3844 Wangaratta 3677 Telephone: (03) 5116 7302 Telephone: (03) 5722 7102 Facsimile: (03) 5175 0324 Facsimile: (03) 5722 7109
Grampians Loddon Mallee Keith Jackson Richard Milne Regional Director Regional Director 111 Armstrong Street North 56-60 King Street Ballarat 3350 Bendigo 3550 Telephone: (03) 5327 2828 Telephone: (03) 4433 8012 Facsimile: (03) 5327 2830 Facsimile: (03) 4433 8099
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 197 Disclosure index
Legislation Requirement Page Ministerial directions Report of operations – Financial reporting direction (FRD) guidance Charter and purpose FRD 22B Manner of establishment and the relevant ministers 12 FRD 22B Objectives, functions, powers and duties 10-11 FRD 22B Nature and range of services provided 10-11, 21-25
Management and structure FRD 22B Organisational structure 14-15
Financial and other information FRD 8B Budget portfolio outcomes 131-138 FRD 10 Disclosure index 198-199 FRD 12A Disclosure of major contracts 182 FRD 15B Executive officer disclosures 166-167 FRD 22B, SD 4.2(k) Operational and budgetary objectives and performance 26-57 against objectives FRD 22B Employment and conduct principles 164 FRD 22B Occupational Health and Safety Policy 168-170 FRD 22B Summary of financial results for the year 59-60 FRD 22B Significant changes in financial position during the year 59-60 FRD 22B Major changes or factors affecting performance 59-60 FRD 22B Subsequent events 127 FRD 22B Application and operation of the Freedom of Information Act 1982 183-185 FRD 22B Compliance with building and maintenance provisions of the 188 Building Act 1993 FRD 22B Statement on National Competition Policy 186 FRD 22B Application and operation of the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001 187 FRD 22B Details of consultancies more than $100 000 182 FRD 22B Details of consultancies under $100 000 182 FRD 22B Statement of availability of other information 196 FRD 24C Reporting of office-based environmental impacts 171-177 FRD 25 Victorian Industry Participation Policy disclosures 178-181 FRD 22B, 29 Workforce data disclosures 164-165 SD 4.5.5 Risk management compliance attestation 163 SD 4.2(g) General information requirements 1 SD 4.2(j) Sign-off requirements 3, 128
198 DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 Legislation Requirement Page Ministerial directions Report of operations – Financial reporting direction (FRD) guidance Financial statements required under Part 7 of the FMA SD4.2(a) Statement of changes in equity 64, 133 SD4.2(b) Operating statement 62, 131 SD4.2(b) Balance sheet 63, 132 SD4.2(b) Cash flow statement 65, 120, 134
Other requirements under Standing Direction 4.2 SD4.2(a) Compliance with Australian accounting standards and other 67 authoritative pronouncements SD4.2(a) Statement of compliance 67 SD4.2(d) Rounding of amounts 69 SD4.2(c) Accountable officer’s declaration 128
Other disclosures as required by FRDs in notes to the financial statements FRD 9A Departmental disclosure of administrated assets and liabilities 90 FRD 13 Disclosure of parliamentary appropriations 122 FRD 21A Responsible person and executive officer disclosures 125 FRD 102 Inventories N/A FRD 103D Non-current physical assets 100 FRD 104 Foreign currency 67 FRD 106 Impairment of assets 74 FRD 109 Intangible assets 104 FRD 110 Cash flow statements 65, 120, 134 FRD 112A Defined benefit superannuation 108 FRD 114A Financial Instruments- General government entities and public 72, 117 non-financial corporations FRD 119 Contributions by owners 78
Legislation Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 188-189 Building Act 1983 188 Disability Act 2006 19-20 Financial Management Act 1994 128 Freedom of Information Act 1982 183-185 Local Government Act 1989 190 Multicultural Victoria Act 2004 20 Planning and Environment Amendment (Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution) Act 2010 191-194 Victorian Industry Participation Policy Act 2003 178-181 Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001 187
DPCD Annual Report 2011-12 199 Notes
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