Welcome to the Department of Education, Training and the Arts Annual Report 2006-07. It provides information on the Department's achievement, and activities, as well as financial and non-financial performance for the period of 1 July 2006 to June 30 2007.
The new Department of Education, Training and the Arts was created in 2006-07, providing a unique opportunity to improve the interaction between the education, training and arts sectors for the benefit of all Queenslanders.
The Department's Annual Report showcases the exceptional work and commitment of over 86,000 staff and volunteers in delivering high-quality education, training and arts services. The report plays an important role in fulfilling the Department's commitment to accountability and transparency and forms an essential part of our performance framework.
Under the Smart State agenda, the Government has identified a range of Community Outcomes that all Government services are to achieve. The Department of Education, Training and the Arts has a primary role in supporting the whole-of-Government Community Outcomes of: a strong, diversified economy; a community of well-skilled and knowledgeable people; and a fair, socially cohesive and culturally vibrant society.
A Clever, Skilled and Creative Queensland
Download the full version of the Department of Education, Training and the Arts Annual Report 2006-07 (new window) 14.4M 
. If you cannot view the PDF version a mini CD version is available. Please email annualreport.officeprp@deta.qld.gov.au to request a copy.
Cover and contents page (new window) 604k
Includes front cover, communication objective, contents, vision, values and departmental outputs.
Director-General's Message (new window) 440k (pages 2 - 5)
A review of the year's highlights and a snapshot of achievements.
Who We Are (new window) 322k (pages 6 - 7)
Includes what we do, our budget and our diverse organisation.
Financial Snapshot and Strategic Links (new window) 106k (pages 8 - 10)
Shows the organisation's financial position at a glance, the links to the Strategic Plan and key challenges
(pages 39 - 52) (pages 53 - 70)Corporate Governance (new window) 927k (pages 71 - 85)
Corporate governance primarily relates to how the organisation is managed, directed and held accountable for achieving strategic and operational objectives. This section also includes the organisational structure, Executive Management teams and committees and Internal Audit functions.
Our diverse organisation (new window) 811k (pages 86 - 100)
We have created an organisation that is responsive, creative and innovative. This section celebrates our diverse workforce; outlines our achievements and our interaction with the community.
Environmental Sustainability and Infrastructure (new window) 1.0M (pages 101 - 112)
The Department is committed to achieving the Government priority of protecting the environment for a sustainable future through responsible use of water and energy resources, responsible waste management and a responsible management of its facilities. (The Global Reporting Index can be found in the Appendices.)
The Shared Services Initiative is a whole-of-Government approach to corporate services delivery, which aims to provide high-quality, cost-effective corporate support services across the Queensland Government. It is underpinned by standard business processes, consolidated technology and the pooling of resources and expertise.
Corporate and Professional Services (new window) 310k (pages 113 - 116)
Corporate Administration Agency (new window) 265k (pages 117 - 120)
Disclaimer regarding Financial Statements: The materials presented on this site are provided by the Queensland Government for information purposes only. Users should note that the electronic versions of the financial statements on this site are not recognised as the official authorised version. The electronic versions are provided solely on the basis that users will take responsibility for verifying their accuracy, completeness and currency. Although considerable resources are used to prepare and maintain the electronic versions, the Queensland Government accepts no liability for any loss or damage that may be incurred by any person acting in reliance on the electronic versions.
(pages 121 - 124) (pages 125 - 168) (pages 169 - 188) (pages 189 - 212)Appendices and Last pages (new window) 426k (pages 213 - 264)
Included in this section of the report is information regarding administered legislation and statutory authorities, boards and committees, departmental outputs and their links to Government outcomes. It also includes an index, glossary and departmental contact details.
We welcome feedback on the Annual Report via email to annualreport.officeprp@deta.qld.gov.au or by contacting the Governance Strategy and Planning Branch, PO Box 15033, City East QLD 4002.
ISSN 1835-0410
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