Community Services Act 2007

the use of public funds for products and services should—

advance Queensland’s social, economic and environmental wellbeing; and

respond to the diverse needs of individuals, groups and communities;

the government should administer funding in a way that—

is efficient and transparent; and

involves clear and timely communication; and

promotes excellence in the delivery of products and services; and

provides sustainable service delivery to communities;

the contractual arrangements between government and funded entities should reflect a clear and common understanding of—

the purpose of the funding; and

the results to be achieved from the funded products and services; and

the intended recipients of the products or services;

ensuring accountability in the delivery of funded products and services will—

protect the safety and interests of users of the products or services, including those who are at risk or are vulnerable; and

help to maintain public confidence about the use of public funds;

the government and funded entities should recognise each other’s autonomy and accountabilities.