Former NSW Liberal minister David Elliott told the ICAC that a 'cult' took over the party after religious right branch stacking. Simultaneously, Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney was sacked following his inquiry appearance.
Dallas McInerney, CEO of Catholic Schools NSW, admitted to the ICAC that he performed a factory reset on his work devices during an ongoing corruption probe. He claims the action was for bank security, while counsel suggests it was an attempt to destroy evidence.
Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney denied at an Icac inquiry that payments to lobbying firms were a sham to fund Liberal party factional work, as the Independent Education Union demanded closer scrutiny of public school funding.
Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney denied at an Icac inquiry that he asked Angus Taylor for money for the Christian conservative faction the Reformers, suggesting an associate 'lied' about a funding commitment.
The NSW Independent Commission against Corruption investigates allegations that a group of young Liberals, the Reformers, used illegal donations and fake invoices for branch stacking to gain party control.
Anti-abortion campaigner Joanna Howe clashed with former South Australian Deputy Premier Vickie Chapman at a Liberal Women's Council meeting over filming rights, exposing ongoing ideological rifts within the party.
ICAC's Operation Rosny inquiry heard that conservative Liberal power brokers, including Robert Assaf and Jeremy Greenwood, discussed their evidence after receiving summons, potentially breaching the law. The inquiry investigates alleged illegal donations for branch stacking and links to a property developer.
An Icac inquiry into alleged illegal donations for 'branch stacking' in the NSW Liberal Party hears evidence of potential law breaches, with key figures accused of discussing evidence to avoid detection.
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Pauline Hanson's One Nation announced eight candidates for the Victorian state election, including former Liberal members and an animator. Hanson notably denied access to ABC and Guardian reporters at the press conference, citing "spin" and "gotcha moments," preferring Rebel News.
Senator Alex Antic's bid for South Australian Liberal Party state president is causing deep divisions. Moderates fear his One Nation-friendly stance, while conservatives see it as a chance to reclaim lost voters and define the party's conservative identity, ahead of the August 29 AGM.
The Liberal Party in Victoria faces governance and potential fraud concerns after registering an ineligible deceased member and two ex-members as preselectors in the key electorate of Ripon ahead of the state election.
Proposed voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws are set to pass the Northern Territory parliament, making euthanasia legal across all Australian jurisdictions. The bill, to be introduced Thursday and debated in August, has confirmed support despite diverging from inquiry recommendations on prognosis timeframe and a "gag clause" for doctors.
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating three key allegations: Liberal figures soliciting or accepting undeclared or excessive donations for branch stacking, a property developer allegedly making prohibited donations in exchange for political outcomes, and two Labor councillors engaging in conduct that could involve blackmail and breaches of the Surveillance Devices Act.
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) is investigating three key allegations: Liberal figures soliciting or accepting undeclared or excessive donations for branch stacking, a property developer making donations in exchange for political outcomes, and two Labor councillors engaging in conduct possibly involving blackmail and breaches of the Surveillance Devices Act. Several prominent figures, including Liberal power brokers and a Labor councillor, are named in the allegations.
ICAC is investigating allegations of "branch stacking" involving Liberal figures and lobbyists, prohibited donations from a property developer, and misconduct by two Labor councillors. Key figures include developer Nassif, the Perrottet brothers, and Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney.
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh suggests the party may need a rebrand to win back voters, as the Coalition hits a new polling low of 17% in Newspoll, with Labor leading at 33% and One Nation at 29%.
The Northern Territory's 'tough on crime' agenda under the Country Liberal Party has raised alarms among environment, First Nations, justice, and family groups, citing disregard for vulnerable communities and ecosystems.
Police found "no offence detected" after investigating Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming's assault allegation against colleague Matthew Guy. Guy vehemently denied the claims and is considering defamation action, while opposition leader Jess Wilson welcomed the prompt conclusion.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed. Locals discuss the impact of a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed, and locals react to a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
A Brisbane private schoolboy, 16 at the time of his arrest in 2024, allegedly plotted terrorist attacks against the Liberal party and the Labour Day march, influenced by the Unabomber. He researched bomb-making, bought chemicals, and wrote his own manifesto.
A Brisbane private schoolboy, 16 in 2024, allegedly plotted terrorist attacks against the Liberal party and the Labour Day march, influenced by the Unabomber. He researched bomb-making, bought chemicals, and wrote a manifesto mirroring Ted Kaczynski's anti-technology and anti-capitalist ideology. He pleaded not guilty in Queensland Supreme Court.
Liberal MP Tony Pasin suggested cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation to defeat Labor, but senior colleagues like Angus Taylor rejected the idea. One Nation is polling strongly and targeting Labor seats, fueling debate on right-wing cooperation.
