Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews defended his government's actions after an IBAC report found senior officials engaged in 'serious and concerning' conduct during negotiations with the firefighters' union, though no corrupt conduct was found.
Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane is under increasing pressure as the ICAC's Operation Rosny inquiry, investigating alleged corruption linked to the Liberal party, implicates two of her shadow ministers. Former shadow attorney-general Damien Tudehope and shadow industry minister Eleni Petinos face scrutiny, with the inquiry's timing proving challenging for the opposition.
Federal opposition leader Angus Taylor is under pressure to clarify his involvement with the hard-right Reformers faction of the NSW Liberals, following allegations of potential financial donations raised during the Operation Rosny corruption inquiry. Despite denying payments, his colleagues and the Labor treasurer are demanding a more comprehensive explanation.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (Nacc) inspector, Gail Furness, has dropped two investigations into former commissioner Paul Brereton due to his resignation and the belief that systemic issues have been addressed. Significant public funds had already been spent, and further expenditure could not be justified.
Two investigations into former National Anti-Corruption Commissioner Paul Brereton will be discontinued by Nacc inspector Gail Furness, who cited Brereton's resignation and satisfactory resolution of systemic issues as reasons for ending the probes, saving significant public funds.
Malaysia's Anti-Corruption Commission is investigating the transfer of three elephants from Zoo Taiping to Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan. The probe focuses on allegations that 53 million ringgit (US$12.72 million) in payments were diverted from the government to individuals.
Bruce Lehrmann's seized diary must be declassified by the federal government before it can be returned to him, a court heard. Lehrmann is suing for legal funding to fight corruption allegations related to misappropriating secret documents about French submarines.
Australia's Nacc faces a crisis of public trust after controversies, including bungled robodebt referrals and Commissioner Paul Brereton's handling of conflicts of interest, prompting calls for a 'reset' ahead of his early departure.
The resignation of NACC Commissioner Paul Brereton raises concerns over the independence of the appointment process for his replacement, highlighting the need for transparent, merit-based selection to restore public confidence.
Australia's first national anti-corruption commissioner, Paul Brereton, will resign on July 6, citing personal criticism that distracted from the National Anti-Corruption Commission's (NACC) purpose. The NACC faced scrutiny over its initial decision not to investigate individuals referred by the robodebt royal commission and Brereton's consulting work.
Australia's first national anti-corruption commissioner, Paul Brereton, will resign in July due to criticism over potential conflicts of interest. He stated the focus on him was distracting from the NACC's core purpose. Brereton faced scrutiny for consulting work and the NACC's handling of the robodebt referrals.
Australian immigration detention centres face security failures, leading to detainee escapes and staff injuries. Meanwhile, US-Iran peace talks progress, Donald Trump faces Republican criticism, and Australian politics becomes a target for prediction market bets. The EPL concludes with Arsenal winning the title.
Australia's immigration detention centres face scrutiny over security failures, while US-Iran peace talks advance and Donald Trump faces Republican backlash. Other news includes a fatal shark attack, rising Australian travel to Vietnam, Russia's use of a hypersonic missile in Ukraine, and UK police investigating Prince Andrew.
Independent MP Helen Haines has called for a transparent, merit-based selection process for the National Anti-Corruption Commission's deputy commissioner, urging the Albanese government to use the current vacancy to rebuild public trust in the watchdog.
Abdul Halim Aman, 69, appointed as new chief commissioner of Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission
Malaysia’s anti-corruption agency is seeking to charge two unnamed individuals over a 1.1 billion ringgit (US$278 million) semiconductor deal with British chip designer Arm Holdings, as former economy minister Rafizi Ramli returned for a third day of questioning in the same probe. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) said the investigation was nearing completion after officers recorded statements from 22 witnesses, including Rafizi and his former aide, political analyst James...
Four paintings linked to one of the world’s most audacious financial frauds stood on easels at Malaysia’s anti-corruption headquarters on Wednesday: a Picasso, a Miro, a Balthus and an Ultrillo – all allegedly bought with money stolen from the Malaysian people. The unveiling of the works at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) headquarters in Putrajaya marked the first public showing of artworks recovered from the multibillion-dollar Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) scandal since...
Supporters gathered outside the MACC headquarters as Rafizi stated he would defend himself in court if charged, during an investigation under Section 23 of the MACC Act for alleged misuse of office.
The Malaysian government has appointed former High Court judge Abdul Halim Aman as the new chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), effective May 13, one day after current chief Azam's contract expires. The appointment comes amid protests in Kuala Lumpur demanding Azam's removal, with both Azam and MACC denying any wrongdoing and calling media reports malicious.
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar of Johor has claimed authority to determine the best candidate to lead the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), stating in a social media post that there is no need for any party to politicise the matter. The statement comes amid allegations that a group of businessmen was working with MACC officials to intimidate executives and oust them from companies.
