Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA)

Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority

We administer and provide advice on work and travel expenses for parliamentarians and their staff.

We report on and audit parliamentarians’ work resources and staff travel expenses.

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This is the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority’s (IPEA) report to the Minister for Finance for the financial year ended 30 June 2026.

IPEA has released its 2026–27 Corporate Plan, continuing our commitment to transparency, integrity, compliance, and service quality. Our Corporate Plan outlines IPEA's work and planned performance for 2026-27.

IPEA reports on the work expenses of parliamentarians and their staff

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See details of the parliamentary work expenses framework

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Learn how to make informed decisions about travel

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to Land, Waters and Community.

We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past, present and emerging.