ANNUAL REPORT 2005 - MVCB - Murray Valley Citrus Board
ANNUAL REPORT 2005 - MVCB - Murray Valley Citrus Board
ANNUAL REPORT 2005 - MVCB - Murray Valley Citrus Board
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Victorian Industry Participation Policy Disclosure (VIPP)<br />
During the year there were no contracts commenced in which the VIPP applied.<br />
Industrial Relations<br />
During the year there were no industrial relation issues reported to management or <strong>Board</strong><br />
Members.<br />
Freedom of Information (FOI)<br />
<strong>MVCB</strong> is a prescribed authority for the purposes of the Freedom of Information Act 1982.<br />
During the reporting period, twelve months ending 30 June <strong>2005</strong>, no FOI requests were received<br />
by <strong>MVCB</strong>. The officer responsible to finality is Sarah O’Flaherty, Accountant and Authorised<br />
Officer. Freedom of Information requests must be made in writing and addressed to:<br />
Mrs Sarah O’Flaherty<br />
Authorised FOI Officer<br />
<strong>Murray</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Citrus</strong> <strong>Board</strong><br />
PO Box 1384<br />
Mildura, Vic. 3502<br />
Availability of Information<br />
As required, relevant information in relation to the financial year is retained by the accountable<br />
officer and made available to the relevant Minister, Members of Parliament and the public upon<br />
request.<br />
Multicultural Statement<br />
The <strong>MVCB</strong> is committed to policies, programs and strategies that deliver culturally appropriate<br />
services to all Australians. Special initiatives were not needed by the organisation during the<br />
period 1 July 2004 to 30 June <strong>2005</strong>.<br />
Ethical Standards<br />
The <strong>MVCB</strong> operates under the Code of Conduct for the Victorian Public Service, which provides<br />
guidance addressing possible or perceived conflicts of interest. All employees are required to act<br />
with the utmost integrity and objectivity at all times in all dealings. Victorian Public Service<br />
guidelines for protecting merit and equity are observed.<br />
External Auditors<br />
Davidsons, Accountants and Business Consultants, Geelong Victoria are agents for the Auditor<br />
General Victoria for the 2004/<strong>2005</strong> audit of accounts.<br />
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