The federal government has renamed the Office of Best Practice Regulation (OBPR) and done away with Regulation Impact Statements.
Tag: OIA
Qld council watchdog raises independence issues: Coaldrake report
A major report on Queensland’s public sector says the OIA highlights issues relating to the independence of integrity bodies.
Local government watchdog accused of empire building as inquiry announced
A mayor has accused Queensland’s OIA of “going rogue” and empire building after the premier announced a parliamentary inquiry into the local government watchdog.
Legal dispute leads to misconduct finding against former deputy mayor
A former Qld deputy mayor is challenging a CCT finding of misconduct.
We’re not out to get you: council watchdog
Queensland’s councillor conduct watchdog has responded to concerns its powers are being weaponised.
Lewd comments, horseplay earn councillor $4,000 fine
A former Qld councillor has been fined after his appearance on a reality TV show.
Qld local govt watchdog can’t keep up with complaints
The Queensland OIA is buckling under the weight of more than 1,000 councillor complaints.