The PLM reported that it has implemented all the issues raised by the AG in the last report, including the establishment of the Audit Steering Committee. Some of the Officials from the Office of the AG will form part of this Committee. It was reported that almost all outstanding fees owed to the AG have been paid. The asset register is in place and that the working relationship between the PLM and the Office of the Auditor-General has been improved. The PLM has won the annual "Cleanest Municipality in the Country Award" in three occasions in the past. It was reported that refuse management is extended to rural areas as well. The PLM expect a clean audit opinion for the following financial year of the PLM.