Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA)

Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority

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

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

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Release of IPEA audit reports

The Members of the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) have approved the publication of two travel expenses audit reports.

2026 Client Satisfaction Survey results

The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority (IPEA) has released its 2025-2026 Client Satisfaction Survey report. The results demonstrate ongoing improvements in satisfaction across most indicators compared to previous surveys.

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IPEA reports on the work expenses of parliamentarians and their staff

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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.