Political corruption
Briefing paper
The Commission at 20 months
A summary of the key activities and operational undertakings by the National Anti-Corruption Commission since it commenced on 1 July 2023. 37 corruption investigations, 12 of them joint with other agencies, have been initiated and 5 of these have been finalised. Other activities reported relate to Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity legacy investigations, and...
Report
The room where it happens: lobbying and influence in South Australia
This report examines corruption risks associated with lobbying and influencing activity aimed at public officials in South Australia and addresses how well the scheme of lobbying regulation mitigates those risks. Recommendations are made regarding the scope of the scheme, ways in which it might be reformed to better achieve its statutory aims, and other measures...
Report
The gatekeepers: corruption risks with ministerial advisors
Ministerial staff in South Australia are appointed outside merit-based recruitment processes and do not undergo thorough pre-employment screening or security checks, leaving the government exposed to significant corruption risks. This report makes recommendations to the Premier to improve weaknesses in the governance of ministerial staff.
Blog post
Model law on corruption
This model law serves as a comprehensive guide for regulatory practitioners in drafting and implementing robust anti-corruption measures tailored to their specific legal and cultural contexts.
Guide
Common forms of corrupt conduct: risks faced by NSW public sector agencies
This guide assists NSW public sector agencies to understand the nature and prevalence of common and systemic corruption issues they are likely to encounter.