The Ombudsman has found an automated system used by Revenue NSW to recover unpaid fines and debts was unlawful.
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Audit finds cultural barriers to whistleblowing in local government
An audit of whistleblowing at NSW councils has found there may be cultural barriers to reporting serious wrongdoing in local government.
NSW passes new whistleblower protection laws
NSW government agencies will receive training in new whistleblower protection laws.
NSW ombudsman calling for greater transparency around machine technology
Greater visibility on the use of artificial intelligence and machine technology by government agencies is needed, according to the NSW Ombudsman.
Report raises questions about contracting senior public service roles
A contractor employed by the NSW DPE was paid about $80,000 more than the usual salary.
Legislation rejects lowering whistleblowing threshold
Draft NSW whistleblowing laws have rejected a recommendation which would have made it easier for NSW public officials to tip off journalists.
Report reveals Victoria’s most complained about councils
Local councils and prisons are the most complained about Victorian public agencies.
Global index shows Australia seen as increasingly corrupt
Perceptions of Australia as one of the world’s least corrupt nations have fallen.
Managers warned against whistleblower ‘payback’
Managers are suffering from ‘blind spots’ about whistleblowers, an Ombudsman’s report says.