National Anti-Corruption Commission
Coverage of National Anti-Corruption Commission in the Nexus archive.
- Investigations into former anti-corruption chief Paul Brereton nixed over cost concerns
Two investigations into complaints against Paul Brereton, former national anti-corruption commissioner, will discontinue due to cost concerns. National Anti-Corruption Commission inspector Gail Furness stated systemic issues behind the complaints have been resolved.
- Australia’s anti-corruption staff are ‘terrified’ of making mistakes, says outgoing chief
Australia’s outgoing National Anti-Corruption Commissioner Paul Brereton claims staff are 'terrified' of making mistakes, while defending his conduct amid two ongoing investigations into his actions. He cited 'distractions' as the reason for his resignation.
- Nacc chief Paul Brereton resigns as head of anti-corruption body
Paul Brereton, Australia’s first national anti-corruption commissioner, resigns in July due to criticism of potential conflicts of interest, which he claims are diverting attention from the commission’s core purpose of strengthening integrity.
- Labor urged to use anti-corruption commission appointment to restore public confidence in watchdog
Independent MP Helen Haines urges the Albanese government to use the vacancy of deputy commissioner Nicole Rose in the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to implement merit-based, independent selection processes and restore public confidence in the watchdog. Haines, a key architect of the NACC and member of its parliamentary oversight committee, emphasized the urgency of replacing Rose ahead of her resignation.