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Tuesday 31 Oct 2023
Corruption and misconduct prevention a key priority for IBAC in 2022/23
The key activities for the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) in 2022/23 are outlined in its annual report, tabled to Parliament today.
Wednesday 25 Oct 2023
Former MP sentenced following IBAC investigation
Today in the County Court of Victoria, former Victorian MP Russell Northe was sentenced to a total of 21 months in prison for misconduct in public office, with a non-parole period of 12 months following an investigation by the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC).
The charges were as a result of IBAC’s Operation Sturt, which investigated Mr Northe’s alleged misuse of Victorian Electoral Commission funding.
Wednesday 27 Sep 2023
IBAC’s public sector profiles aim to reduce and prevent corruption in the public service
Today the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) launched a series of risk profiles for five government sectors to help inform them about their specific corruption risks and vulnerabilities and how to prevent corruption and misconduct occurring.
Wednesday 27 Sep 2023
Acting Commissioner’s message
Welcome to the September edition of IBAC Insights. In July IBAC released one of its most significant reports to date, the Operation Sandon special report, with recommendations on how government can tighten the loopholes that can allow corruption and misconduct to occur between councils and property developers.
Thursday 14 Sep 2023
IBAC and Victorian Ombudsman warn prompt reform needed one year on from Watts Report
The Victorian Ombudsman and IBAC tabled Operation Watts progress report in parliament today.
Tuesday 29 Aug 2023
MPs and councillors reveal their perceptions of corruption within government
Today, the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) released the findings of its Perceptions of Corruption Survey completed by Victorian Members of Parliament (MPs) and local government councillors.
The voluntary survey for MPs and councillors builds on IBAC’s surveys in 2022 with state and local government employees, Victoria Police employees, business suppliers, and the Victorian community.
Thursday 27 Jul 2023
Operation Sandon uncovers serious corruption risks in Victoria’s planning system
Today the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) tabled a special report in Parliament that exposes corruption vulnerabilities in Victoria’s planning decision-making processes at both state and local government levels.
Monday 03 Jul 2023
Acting Commissioner’s message
Welcome to the July edition of IBAC Insights.
Since our last edition, there have been a number of significant outcomes achieved that I would like to highlight, including the release of major reports and the launch of our new, user-friendly website.
Monday 03 Jul 2023
Predatory behaviour continues within Victoria Police
In May, IBAC released a review of allegations of predatory behaviour by Victoria Police officers.
Predatory behaviour is where a police officer misuses their position to begin – or attempt to begin – an emotional or sexual relationship with a person they meet in the course of their duties. It can also relate to the sexual assault, stalking, harassment or grooming of a person.
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