Victoria’s auditor-general is investigating a confidential process used to extend the state’s lottery licence, according to multiple reports. The inquiry examines whether the extension process represents good value for taxpayers and whether it was conducted through a competitive approach. Coverage from The Age, the Brisbane Times, and the Sydney Morning Herald notes that the investigation will scrutinise the extent to which the licence extension was handled transparently and whether the procurement or decision-making arrangements meet expectations for openness and competition. The reports describe the process as “secretive,” indicating that key details have not been publicly available during the extension. The investigation is expected to assess aspects such as decision processes and outcomes, including the value delivered to the public. The auditor-general’s review is focused on how the licence extension was carried out and whether it aligns with standards for public accountability, including considerations of cost to taxpayers and competitiveness.