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AG concerned at $3.2b increase in Crown's veteran support

The Auditor-General’s Office has identified the largest, single instance of unappropriated spending it has ever seen in the government's accounts.

Auditor-General and Controller John Ryan.

Brent Edwards Mon, 07 Apr 2025

Auditor-General and Controller John Ryan has raised concerns about the $3.2 billion increase in the Crown’s liability for veterans’ support, which is not covered by a parliamentary appropriation.

Ryan, who steps down from his role next month, reviews government spending in his role as

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Brent Edwards Mon, 07 Apr 2025
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