Australian Human Rights Commission
Annual Report 2021–22
Statement of Changes in Equity (continued)
Accounting Policy
Equity Injections
Amounts appropriated which are designated as ‘equity injections’ for a year (less any
formal reductions) are recognised directly in contributed equity in that year.
Budget Variances Commentary
Total Equity as at 30 June 2022 is higher than budget due to $16 million equity injection
received from Government.
As a corporate Commonwealth entity and in accordance with Budget Process Operating
Rules the Commission budgets for a break-even operating result unless otherwise
agreed with the Department of Finance.
During the reporting period a combination of factors as outlined in the commentary on
the Statement of Comprehensive Income resulted in an operating deficit. Further details
are provided in the Overview Going Concern Basis of Accounting note.
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