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Ex-CEO claims ‘stitch-up’ amid $1m expense probe

Liam WalshReporter

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The ousted chief executive of Australia’s biggest smash repairer, AMA Group, says he has been subject to a “complete stitch-up” over scandalous million-dollar expense and bonus claims.

Andy Hopkins, faced with accusations of wrongly charging AMA for items that include painting his winery and purchasing cars, claimed the board denied him the chance to adequately respond to allegations before being threatened with sacking.

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Liam Walsh writes on investigations and companies with The Australian Financial Review. He has won multiple media awards, worked in Japan and is now based in Brisbane. Email Liam at liam.walsh@afr.com.au

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