Why does AGO highlight instances of non-compliance involving relatively small sums of public funds?

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Non-compliances with procedures are signs of weak internal controls. Reporting of such observations serves to raise awareness of the need for effective internal controls. Small lapses, if regarded as trivial and allowed to perpetuate, would lower the standard of governance in the public sector. They could lead to material errors or be exploited resulting in significant loss of public moneys.

Why does AGO highlight instances of non-compliance involving relatively small sums of public funds?

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