District Council of Coober Pedy – Compliance review

Status

Current status is Final

Further info

In 2018-19, the Commission commenced compliance action in relation to the District Council of Coober Pedy’s (DCCP) compliance with its water and electricity licences, legislation and codes. The Commission found areas of non-compliance and required the DCCP to review, amend and implement revised compliance systems, processes, controls and documentation. 

The Commission closely monitored the DCCP’s progress in responding to those requirements, and undertook a compliance review to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the DCCP’s revised compliance systems, processes, controls and documentation. 

Since the compliance review report was published in February 2021, the DCCP has actively engaged with the Commission to achieve compliance with the listed requirements. The DCCP has now completed the compliance requirements specified in the Commission’s report. 

As the relevant licensing authority, and consistent with its general powers and functions under the Essential Services Commission Act 2002, the Commission has compliance and enforcement powers in relation to the performance of licensees.

The Commission’s compliance framework promotes and facilitates compliance by regulated entities with their regulatory obligations. Under this framework, the Commission expects regulated essential service providers to have and maintain robust compliance and reporting systems. 

The Commission will continue to monitor the DCCP regarding its ongoing compliance with the regulatory requirements associated with its water and electricity licences.

The full report and update fact sheet can be accessed below.