ANNUAL REPORT 2005 - MVCB - Murray Valley Citrus Board

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