Annual, audit and financial reports

Annual Report

Our 2023/24 Annual Report is a snapshot of Blacktown City, the Council, our plans for the future and our local community. It includes highlights and challenges, operational performance and a detailed overview of financial performance and expenditure for 2023/24.

You can view a copy of our Annual Report below: 

State of the City report

The State of the City report provides an update on the progress in implementing the Community strategic plan. The report covers the 4-year term of the previous council and objectively tracks council’s progress against the Community strategic plan.

You can view a copy of our State of the City report below: 

Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Annual Report

We have an Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee which provides Council with independent assurance and assistance on its control framework, risk management, governance, and external reporting responsibilities. The committee charter requires the Chair to report to the governing body at least annually. The latest Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Annual Report  (PDF, 2MB)documents the committee's operation and activities for the relevant financial year. More information on the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee can be found here.

Financial Reports

The latest financial statements(PDF, 7MB) set out the financial performance, financial position and cash flows for our business for the financial year ended 30 June 2024. The format of the financial statements is standard across all NSW Councils and complies with both the accounting and reporting requirements of Australian Accounting Standards and requirements as set down by the Office of Local Government.