Former state archivist labels Fitzgerald 2.0 a ‘non event’
Tony Fitzgerald’s probe into the corruption watchdog has been labelled a “non event” by Queensland’s’s former state archivist.
Integrity crisis
All the latest news on the Palaszczuk government's integrity crisis
Fitzgerald 2.0: The big question corruption buster must answer
On the eve of a report that’s been dubbed Fitzgerald Mark II, we can hope for one question to be answered, writes Neil Doorley.
80+ submissions to Fitzgerald’s CCC inquiry still secret
More than 87 submissions to the Commission of Inquiry into the state’s corruption watchdog headed up by Tony Fitzgerald have been received but have not been made public a week before the bombshell report is expected to drop.
The politicians looking after their ‘mates’ with our money
The culture of “jobs for mates” is alive and well across the state, nation and political spectrum, writes Mike O’Connor.
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Explained: Why you should be concerned about lobbyist access to govt
The latest threat to government integrity in Queensland comes in the form of preferential access to the inner circle. But why should it matter to you? Jack McKay explains.
Corruption watchdog sounds alarm as political lobbying intensifies
Corruption risks have intensified with an increase in lobbyist activity since the last state election, the CCC warns in a new report.
‘Disproportionate’ access: Corruption watchdog’s warning over lobbyists
Queensland’s corruption watchdog is expanding a probe into the work of lobbyists in the state, saying investigations had already revealed that some with ‘longstanding political and personal connections’ may have had an impact on government decisions.
Premier’s lobbying law vow after ex-MP’s casino secret exposed
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has reaffirmed her commitment to investigate tightening lobbying laws in the state after it was revealed a Labor-linked lobbyist was providing consultancy services to Star Entertainment.
Premier’s MO for letting bad news fly under the radar
“Taking out the trash” late on a Friday is the Palaszczuk Government’s way of reducing the chances of “bad news” stories making the news cycle, says Neil Doorley.
Palaszczuk stays tight-lipped on lobbying despite ‘blurring’ of lines
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is refusing to comment on whether the state’s lobbying laws need a reform until the long-awaited final report into her government’s integrity by Professor Peter Coaldrake.
Baffling arse-covering obsession: Surely Qld deserves better
If the Federal election has taught us anything, it’s that voters demand accountability and they’re willing to put the major parties on the chopping block to get it, writes Peter Gleeson. VOTE IN OUR POLL
‘Cloak of secrecy’: Opposition lobbying to change lobbyist rules
Queensland’s Shadow Integrity Minister says there should be room for change after a government-run committee dismissed calls to widen the definition of lobbyists.
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