Investigations into former anti-corruption chief Paul Brereton nixed over cost concerns
Investigations into former national anti-corruption commissioner Paul Brereton were discontinued on Wednesday due to cost concerns. National Anti-Corruption Commission inspector Gail Furness stated that the systemic issues behind the complaints had been satisfactorily addressed following Brereton's resignation. Significant public funds were deemed unjustifiable for completing the draft reports on two contested investigations.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 02:46 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 03:10 UTC
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