Big Ideas examines the role of our watchdog agencies. Generally, they only draw public attention when they show someone up: corrupt behaviour by a government official, a waste of public money or maladministration. Less dramatic but just as important is another side of the agencies’ work: monitoring and improving standards and processes. Hear from the heads of the most important watchdog agencies in NSW.

Highlights of Ethics & Leadership In the Public Sector Conference, hosted by the NSW Public Service Commission, 7 and 8 May, 2015

Guests

Megan Latham, Commissioner of the Independent Commission Against Corruption, NSW

Grant Hehir, NSW Auditor-General

Bruce Barbour, NSW Ombudsman

Moderator: Peter Mares, Independent researcher and contributing editor to the online magazine Inside Story