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Confidential report found former home affairs boss Michael Pezzullo was ‘reckless’ in engagement with Liberal powerbroker

Previously unreleased report obtained via freedom of information battle says Pezzullo exceeded ‘boundaries of normal public service practice’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 4

It’s 978 days since Peta Murphy called for a ban on betting ads. What happened to Labor’s pledge to respect parliament?

From gambling to ‘jobs for mates’ and reports left to gather dust, the teals have a shopping list of thorny topics to talk about

The Guardian - AU · Mar 1

Albanese government shies away from tougher recommendations from ‘jobs for mates’ inquiry

An independent inquiry has strongly condemned the politicisation of appointments to government boards, declaring present processes have “let down the Australian people” and are not fit for purpose.

The Conversation · Dec 2, 2025

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Afternoon Update: Labor ‘jobs for mates’ response under fire; NSW eyes ebike crackdown; and an ode to Melbourne’s Metro Tunnel

Crossbenchers and transparency experts condemn Labor’s handling of Lynelle Briggs’ long-anticipated review

The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2025

Labor vowed to end 'jobs for mates' but ignored review

A minister who promised to end a "jobs for mates" culture for political appointments has snubbed recommendations for a more robust, independent process.

AAP · Dec 1, 2025

Morning Mail: ‘Jobs for mates’ rife in political system, Victoria’s intersex surgery ban, Trump’s ‘ultimatum’ to Venezuela

‘Jobs for mates’ review says major parties have abused system; Victoria will become first state to outlaw unncessary operations on children

The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2025

Secret report on cronyism comes back to bite Labor

The key finding of a major investigation into "jobs for the boys" across federal politics can be revealed after being kept secret for more than two years.

AAP · Nov 14, 2025

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Grattan on Friday: Albanese government hasn’t walked its talk about accountability and integrity

The government used to be quite cosy with independent ACT senator David Pocock. That was back at the start, when it needed his vote.

The Conversation · Oct 30, 2025

Public sector appointment report 'nowhere to be seen': Scamps

Calls for Briggs report into appointments to be released.

The Canberra Times · Aug 23, 2024

'The universe has got a plan for us all': Pezzullo speaks out

Former Home Affairs boss says he 'made mistakes' but is moving on.

The Canberra Times · Apr 23, 2024

Assembly Speaker rejects Davidson's suggestion of partisanship

Joy Burch said the claim was 'unfounded'.

The Canberra Times · Feb 9, 2024

Chief Minister says Greens' actions risk eroding public confidence

Andrew Barr criticises Greens' handling of Johnathan Davis allegations.

The Canberra Times · Feb 6, 2024

A-G to consider law change to protect teens who share explicit images

Issue highlighted in review of Johnathan Davis allegations.

The Canberra Times · Feb 6, 2024

Four complainants came forward after Davis allegations

A review has criticised the Greens' handling of the allegations.

The Canberra Times · Feb 6, 2024

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The Canberra Times · Feb 5, 2024

Make police reports with 24 hours mandatory, Briggs review recommends

Lynelle Briggs' review into the Davis allegations has been released.

The Canberra Times · Dec 5, 2023

Independent reviewer appointed to probe Davis allegation handling

The review will focus on the Greens' handling of the allegations.

The Conversation · Nov 27, 2023

Mike Pezzullo sacked after scathing findings accusing him of misusing his position

The government has sacked the secretary of the Home Affairs department, Mike Pezzullo, after an inquiry found he had breached the Public Service Code of Conduct.

The Canberra Times · Sep 26, 2023

'Player' Mike Pezzullo undone by power play

His addiction to texting is certainly bipartisan.

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The Conversation · Sep 25, 2023

View from The Hill: 'Player' Mike Pezzullo undone by power play

Mike Pezzullo, one of Canberra’s most powerful and certainly most controversial public servants, cannot survive the revelation of the trove of text messages showing him blatantly inserting himself into the political process.

ABC News · Feb 5, 2023

Federal government announces review of public sector board appointments to stamp out 'jobs for mates culture'

The review will be led by former public service commissioner Lynelle Briggs and will investigate the role of public sector boards and how the recruitment process can be made more transparent.

ABC News · Feb 3, 2022

Scott Morrison admits crisis in aged care amid COVID outbreaks, says Defence not the solution

The Prime Minister admits the aged care sector is in crisis as it struggles with COVID outbreaks and workforce issues, but says there are limits to how much support Defence personnel can offer.

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