Paul Brereton
Coverage of Paul Brereton 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.
- Court fight over Bruce Lehrmann’s diary that allegedly contains eight pages of classified information
Bruce Lehrmann’s diary containing classified information is at the center of a court case. The federal government must declassify it before returning it to Lehrmann, who is suing officials over corruption allegations.
- 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.