ATO employee charged over alleged disclosure of information to organised crime groups – 11 September 2026
A 32-year-old former ATO employee has been charged with allegedly disclosing confidential government information to organised crime groups. The investigation was conducted jointly by the AFP, NACC and ATO. The employee has been suspended without pay and is due to face court later this month.
Former Logan Hospital manager sentenced for $545,000 fraud – 12 September 2026
Former Logan Hospital business manager Amy Buhse was sentenced to seven years in prison after being convicted of defrauding Queensland Health of more than $545,000 over six years. She manipulated hundreds of invoices to disguise personal purchases as legitimate business expenses and also made unauthorised corporate-card transactions.
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Jean Nassif reappears at NSW ICAC hearing via video link from Lebanon to give evidence – 15 September 2026
NSW ICAC is examining allegations that property developer Jean Nassif paid political operatives to achieve outcomes favourable to his developments. Nassif denied involvement in corrupt political activity, saying he hired consultants but was unaware if they engaged in wrongdoing.
Registered liquidator cancels registration after ASIC flags concerns – 15 September 2026
A registered liquidator, Ross Stephen Thomson, has cancelled his registration after ASIC raised concerns about whether he was fit and proper to remain registered and whether he had adequate resources to perform his duties. ASIC said its investigations identified concerns that he may not have faithfully performed his responsibilities. Earlier, AFSA had transferred 119 bankruptcy estates from Thomson to the Official Trustee after the Federal Court found failures in his administration. Thomson has not admitted to ASIC’s concerns.
Royal commission into Victorian construction sector corruption to open next week – 16 September 2026
The ABC reports that Victoria’s new Royal Commission into corruption and serious misconduct in the construction sector will hold its opening hearing next week. The inquiry will examine alleged corruption on major public infrastructure projects, the effectiveness of government oversight, and the involvement of construction companies, unions, labour-hire firms and organised crime. It is headed by former South Australian Chief Justice Christopher Kourakis, has a $50 million budget and is due to report to the Victorian Government by August 2027.
Workplace claim against country’s top-paid super CIO – 17 September 2026
The article reports that CSC, the $62 billion super fund for Australian public servants and military personnel, is facing a workplace claim alleging it breached laws protecting employees from retaliatory or adverse action. The claim involves its highly paid chief investment officer and raises questions about workplace conduct, governance and the treatment of employees within the fund.
KPMG consultant admits to ‘gaps’ in its whistleblower report – 17 September 2026
The report found significant gaps in KPMG’s handling of a whistleblower complaint, including missing records of key meetings and the inability to interview some important people, including the whistleblower. As a result, the investigators described some findings as strongly supported hypotheses rather than proven conclusions. The review criticised KPMG’s overly legalistic approach and recommended stronger whistleblower protections, including an independent integrity office and dedicated protection officer. ASIC is also investigating whether KPMG previously made false or misleading statements to the regulator.
Former Auditor faces 3 year suspension, receives $94k costs order – 17 September 2026
A former PKF Brisbane auditor, Cameron Bradley, has had his auditor registration suspended for three years until June 2028 and been ordered to pay $93,589 in ASIC costs after disciplinary findings relating to three 2023 managed investment scheme audits. The tribunal found he failed to obtain sufficient audit evidence, exercise appropriate professional scepticism and judgement, and maintain adequate audit documentation, particularly in relation to property assets forming more than 90% of the schemes’ assets.
Fenix Resources sues former director over alleged breach – 17 September 2026
Iron ore company Fenix Resources has launched Supreme Court proceedings against former executive director Craig Mitchell, alleging he breached his employment agreement in connection with a strategic document. The case raises issues around directors’ obligations, confidential information and corporate governance. The allegations remain to be determined by the court.
