Compliance Overview

Compliance Framework
Compliance Driver University of New England Act 1993 (NSW) (NSW)
Classification Level 1
University-wide concern. Impacts on reputation and funding.
Associated Legislation
Associated Standards None
Associated Codes
Associated Information
Return to Top Administrative Information
Administrative Body NSW Minister for Education
Administrative Name
Administrative Address  
Administrative Phone  
Administrative Email  
Administrative Website  
Return to Top General Introduction
VC Compliance Delegate Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Compliance Coordinator Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Business Units Impacted
  • Academic Development
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Ag360
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Brand Partnership and Business Development
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Business Services
  • Campuses
  • Careers & Employability
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Animal Research and Teaching
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Client Services
  • Collaborative Research Centres
  • Computational Analytics Software Infomatics
  • Controlled Entities
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Cotton Catchment Communities CRC
  • CRC for Beef Genetic Technologies
  • CRC for Spatial Information
  • Curriculum and Academic Management
  • Data Services
  • Digital Education
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Futures
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Examinations Office
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Finance Strategy and Business Intelligence
  • Graduate Research School
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Information Security
  • Infrastructure Services
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Integrated Services and Operational Intelligence
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Director Governance and University Secretary
  • Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • Operational Reporting
  • People and Culture
  • Poultry Hub
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • SportUNE
  • Strategic Partnerships & Business Development
  • Strategic Projects Group
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Student Pathways
  • Student Services
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • Treasury
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Brand and Marketing
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Life Pty Ltd
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Professional Superannuation Fund Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Vechile Management Services
  • Yarm Gwanga
Overview An Act with respect to the constitution and functions of the University of New England. The Act sets out the object and functions of the University for the promotion of scholarship, research, free inquiry, the interaction of research and teaching, and academic excellence. The Act deals with procedural matters including constitution and membership of the University Council, Convocation and the Academic Board. The roles of the Chancellor, Deputy Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor are defined within the Act. Further, the Act defines the functions of the Council and the duties of Council members. University by-laws and rules may be made, varied and repealed by the University Council.

Compliance Obligations

Return to Top Academic Board
Description Under s15 the University must have an Academic Board, consisting of:
1. the Vice-Chancellor, and
2. other persons as determined by Council.

Part 5 of the By-laws prescribe the constitution and functions of the Academic Board. The primary purpose of the Academic Board is to report to the Council and advise the Council and the Vice-Chancellor on all developments and initiatives relating and affecting the University's teaching and research activities and its educational programs.
Impacts 1. Ineffective oversight of quality of teaching and research activities and educational programs.
2. Negative impact on reputation.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule None
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Commercial Activities - Register
Description Under s21C the Council is to maintain a Register of University commercial activities.
Impacts Unable to meet reporting obligations in a timely manner.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Yarm Gwanga
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Commercial Activities Rule
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Commercial Activities - guidelines
Description Under s21B the Council must:
1. determine and maintain Guidelines for Commercial activities, and
2. ensure the Guidelines are complied with.
Impacts Unable to engage in commercial activities
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Yarm Gwanga
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Authority Retained by Council Rule
Commercial Activities Rule
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Controlled Entities
Description Controlled entities must not exercise any function or engage in any activity that the University is not authorised to exercise or engage in.
S16A
Impacts 1. Breach can be reported to NSW Parliament.
2. Maybe required to cease activity.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Commercial Activities Rule
Controlled Entity Rule and Guidelines
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Council Delegations
Description Council must ensure any of its functions delegated to a member or Committee of the Council are carried out in accordance with the resolution and the Act and By-law.
s17
Impacts Ineffective oversight of University decisions.

Breach of statutory duties of Council members.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Yarm Gwanga
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Authority Retained by Council Rule
Policy Power and Authority of the Chancellor and/or the Deputy Chancellor Policy
UNE Council Charter
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council Members - best interests
Description Duty to act in the best interests of the University
Schedule 2A
s21F
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council Members - care & diligence
Description Duty to exercise care and diligence
Schedule 2A
s21F
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council Members - material interests
Description Duty to disclose material interests
Schedule 2A
s21F
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council Members - no improper information use
Description Duty not to improperly use information
Schedule 2A
s21F
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council Members - no improper use
Description Duty not to improperly use position
Schedule 2A
s21F
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Duties of Council members
Description Council Members duties are carried in accordance with Part 4A and Schedule 2A
Impacts Under s21G the Council may remove a member from office.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information
Management Tools
Rule Code of Ethics for University of New England Council
Policy Code of Conduct
Power and Authority of the Chancellor and/or the Deputy Chancellor Policy
UNE Council Charter
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Grievance & Appeals
Description Under s16(1B)(i) the Council is to ensure that the University's grievance procedures, and information in relation to rights of appeal or review, are published in a form that is readily accessible to the public.
Impacts Negative impact on reputation.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Yarm Gwanga
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule None
Policy Academic Assessment Appeals Policy
Conflicts of Interest Policy
Gifts and Benefits Policy
Student (Related) Grievance Handling Policy
Procedure Assessment Appeals Policy
Conflicts of Interest Procedures
Gifts and Benefits Procedures
Student (Related) Grievance Handling Procedures
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Investment Activities
Description The investing of funds belonging to or vested in the University is a function of the Council, to be carried out in accordance with Schedule 2 of the Act and the Council approved Financial Management Rule. Investments must be selected that will protect the nominal value capital over the term of the investment.
Impacts Loss of nominal value of capital
Responsible Manager Karma Auden, Chief Financial Officer
Coordinating Officer Ilias Dimopoulos, Head of Finance
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Corporate Communications and Events
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health
  • Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of Strategy and Management
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Centres and Institutes
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Psychology
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Life Healthcare Centre
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
  • Yarm Gwanga
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Financial Delegations Rule
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top No religious test or political discrimination
Description Under s24 no person should be denied admission as a student of the University or be ineligible to hold office in, to graduate from or to enjoy any benefit of the University by reason of discrimination on the grounds of religious or political belief.
Impacts Negative impact on reputation.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Advancement, Alumni and Events
  • Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit
  • Australian Business Research Institute
  • Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • Campuses
  • Centre for Agriculture and Law
  • Centre for Applied Research in Social Science
  • Centre for Local Government
  • Education Enterprise
  • Education Quality Directorate
  • English Language Centre
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Heritage Futures Research Centre
  • Institute for Rural Futures
  • Internal Audit
  • Legal Services
  • Library Services
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Oorala Aboriginal Centre
  • People and Culture
  • Procurement
  • Records, Policy and Governance Unit
  • Research Services
  • Rural Properties
  • School of Education
  • School of Environmental and Rural Science
  • School of Health
  • School of Law
  • School of Rural Medicine
  • School of Science and Technology
  • Student Grievance Unit
  • Student Journey
  • Technology and Digital Services
  • The National Centre of Science, Information and Communication Technology, and Mathematics Education
  • UNE Archives & Heritage Centre
  • UNE Business School
  • UNE Council
  • UNE Foundation Limited
  • UNE Foundation Trust
  • UNE International
  • UNE Marketing
  • UNE Partnerships Pty Ltd
  • UNE Residential System
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule None
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Property
Description Under s18 (2A) except with the approval of the Minister, the Council must not alienate, mortgage, charge or demise any lands acquired by the University from the State at nominal or less than market value.
Impacts Negative attention from regulatory bodies.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Accounting
  • Estate and Built Environment
  • Legal Services
  • Office of the Chief Financial Officer
  • Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor
  • Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research)
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule Authority Retained by Council Rule
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top Reporting - Ombudsman or Auditor General
Description Under s17B the annual report of the University must include a report as to any action taken by the Council to implement any recommendation made in a report of the Ombudsman or the Auditor-General concerning the University or its Council.
Impacts Additional regulatory oversight.
Negative impact on reputation.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Peta MacDougall, Director Corporate Communications and Events
Coordinating Unit Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Internal Audit
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor and CEO
  • Student Grievance Unit
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation None
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule None
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites
 
Return to Top University Seal
Description s27 of the Act stipulates that the Seal of the University should be used only under the direction and resolution of the Council.

Affixing the Seal to a document indicates that the document is formal, or in the case of a deed, creates legally binding relations.
Impacts Misuse of the Seal may impact negatively on the reputation of the University.
Responsible Manager Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Officer Radha Thomas, Director Governance and University Secretary
Coordinating Unit University Secretariat
Oversight Committee/Group None
Business Units Impacted
  • Legal Services
  • Student Journey
  • University Secretariat
Obligation Framework
Associated Legislation
Associated Standard None
Associated Code None
Associated Information None
Management Tools
Rule University Seal and Signing Documents Rule
Policy None
Procedure None
Guideline None
Other Websites