Former UOW Chancellor Denies Conflict of Interest in KordaMentha Deal

University of Wollongong Michael Still John Dewar

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Former UOW chancellor Michael Still told ICAC he didn't link discussions with incoming VC John Dewar to KordaMentha conflict-of-interest concerns.
The firm secured $3.8M contracts after a review, with questions raised about Dewar's early involvement.

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Former UOW chancellor Michael Still told ICAC he didn't link discussions with incoming VC John Dewar to KordaMentha conflict-of-interest concerns. The firm secured $3.8M contracts after a review, with questions raised about Dewar's early involvement.

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