The objectives of the auditor are:

1. To obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding compliance with the provisions of those laws and regulations generally recognised to have a direct effect on the determination of material amounts and disclosures in the financial report;
2. To perform specified audit procedures to help identify instances of non‑compliance with other laws and regulations that may have a material effect on the financial report; and
3. To respond appropriately to identified or suspected non‑compliance with laws and regulations identified during the audit.