March 29, 2024

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Corruption under Malcolm Turnbull: Going for the all-time world record

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Alan Austin

Also Read: Corruption rife in Turnbull’s Australia — aided by corrupt mass media

The Turnbull Government keeps finding fresh ways to rort Australia’s institutions to privilege its MPs and rich backers. Alan Austin continues the corruption count, which has now reached 90 instances — with no end in sight.

Read instalments for November 2015 here, December 2015 here, January 2016 here, February 2016 here, March 2016 here, May 2016 here,  June 2017 here and July 2017 here.

COULD ANY GOVERNMENT in the developed world possibly have a record as long and as shameful as this? Seven weeks ago, documented instances of corruption under the Coalition Government reached 75. It has now blown out to 90.

76. ABCC corruption

Nigel Hadgkiss resigned on Wednesday as boss of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) after admitting he contravened the Fair Work Act in 2013 when he was heading up another fair work office.

He published material that falsified the rights of union officials on work sites and refused to correct the falsehoods when urged by colleagues.

77. Michaelia Cash accused again

Unions and the Opposition are demanding Turnbull sack Employment Minister Michaelia Cash over her appointing Hadgkiss to the ABCC in December 2016 when she knew of the allegations against him.

This is the second serious strike against Cash. She was censured – but should have been sacked – after buying another investment property last November which she failed to list on the pecuniary interests register. (Item 51, June 2017.)

78. Liberal minister’s dodgy payments

Former Abbott Government minister Bruce Billson is under investigation for corruption following allegations he received undeclared payments from a business lobby group while still an MP.

Speaker Tony Smith supported the inquiry to determine either ‘corruption in the execution of a member’s office … [or] … lobbying for reward or consideration’.

79. Corrupt customs officers charged

Two members of a cell of allegedly corrupt Customs officers have been charged after raids targeting organised crime in Australia and Dubai.

The ABC has documents confirming customs officers passed information to members of a Sydney-based crime family for years, helping them smuggle cigarettes.

80. Tony Abbott travel rorts

Tony Abbott has accused his fellow Liberals of revealing his travel expenses cost taxpayers more than $120,000 last year. ?

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott claimed $173,618 in travel expenses in 2016. That is more than the total travel expenses claimed by all five other living ex-PMs – Julia Gillard, Kevin Rudd, John Howard, Paul Keating and Bob Hawke – plus the two surviving spouses, Tamie Fraser and Nancy Gorton.

Recent Parliamentary records show Abbott – now a backbencher serving a Sydney electorate – spent more than nine weeks away on trips described as ‘former prime minister – official business‘. No action by Turnbull.

81. Ex MPs travel rorts

Just 11 retired politicians slugged taxpayers more than $130,000 in travel costs last year. Average for the 11 big spenders – most of whom have other well-paid jobs – is $11,900. All up, more than 60 ex-MPs claimed travel expenses last year.

82. Liberal links to the mob

Victoria’s corruption watchdog has been urged to investigate links between State Liberal leader Matthew Guy and an alleged mafia boss. The two were revealed to have shared a long evening together with others over an expensive meal.

Geoffrey Watson SC, counsel for the New South Wales anti-corruption commission, ICAC, wants Victoria’s IBAC to investigate.

Matthew Guy and the ‘mafia’: Top five Liberal Party wise-Guys https://independentaustralia.net/politics/politics-display/matthew-guy-and-the-mafia-top-five-liberal-party-wise-guys,10610#.Wb136qydbUk.twitter  @IndependentAus

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Matthew Guy and the ‘mafia’: Top five Liberal Party wise-Guys

After Matthew Guy was caught having lobster with a ‘mobster’ last week, IA examines the Calabrian links to the Liberal Party.

independentaustralia.net

 

83. Liberal conflict of interest

President of the Victorian branch of the Liberal Party, Michael Kroger, appears to have multiple conflicts of interest — as chairman of his party’s finance committee and as a paid commentator on Sky News offering analysis of the politics of the day.

He is in a brawl – which Crikey described as “a pitched battle” – with senior colleagues over control of the $70 million share portfolio in the Cormack Foundation. The president controlling the funds, they claim – correctly – is a bad look.

The Victorian branch has a sordid recent history with former executive Damien Mantach gaoled in 2015 for the theft of $1.5 million.

84. Another Liberal charged with theft

South Australian Liberal MP Troy Bell has resigned from the Liberal Party, but not the SA Parliament, after being charged with stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars of taxpayers’ money. This followed investigations by South Australia’s ICAC.

85. Banks more corrupt than first thought

Evidence has emerged of money laundering on a monumental scale. A former adviser to Australia’s prudential regulator told The New Daily that the Commonwealth Bank was now “toxic” to the banking sector after more than 53,000 alleged breaches of the law.

The failure of the Turnbull Government to implement any effective investigation and ensure guilty executives are gaoled is profound corruption with damaging international consequences almost assured.

86. Blatant pork barrelling

According to data supplied by the Federal Opposition, before the 2016 election, the Coalition Government spent $132 million on community development grants in NSW in Coalition seats and only $3.5 million in Labor-held electorates. In Queensland in the same period, Turnbull’s Government spent $138 million on grants in Coalition seats and just over $1 million in Labor-held seats. The Government disputes the figures, but not the fact of the disparity.

87. Ineligible MP #1: Stuart Robert

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has evidence that federal Liberal MP Stuart Robert was unconstitutionally elected because of his links with a company awarded millions in government contracts.

The former minister – who was sacked for his dealings with foreign corporations (item 27, February 2016) – has refused to explain. Turnbull has taken no action.

88. Ineligible MP #2: Matt Canavan

The sidelined Federal Minister, Matt Canavan, first told the Australian people his dual citizenship was arranged by his mother when he was 26. Later, in court, he changed his story and admitted he had been an Italian citizen since aged two.

Which is true? Either way, there is no place in Australia for MPs with zero credibility.

“Matt Canavan and Malcolm Roberts change their stories in High Court citizenship hearing.”

Of course they did. ?http://bit.ly/2g83EJS 

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Senators change their stories in first High Court citizenship hearing

Nationals senator Matt Canavan and One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts have changed their tune regarding key details of their citizenship status.

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89. Pay disparity

Senior executives in PM Turnbull’s department have received pay rises of up to 12 per cent a year between 2014-15 and 2015-16. According to figures released to Fairfax under FOI laws, some received pay rises from $316,490 up to $349,841.

Meanwhile, most wage earners have received pay rises at or below cost of living increases in recent years. Currently, wage earners’ share of national income is at the lowest level since 1959.

90. Turnbull and Trump

Finally, although it seems a while ago, PM Turnbull told U.S. President Donald Trump in a tetchy phonecall last month that it was okay for Trump to break a firm agreement between Australia and the U.S. on refugee transfers.

Turnbull’s words were:

“You can decide to take 1,000 or 100. It is entirely up to you. The obligation is to only go through the process.”

This is the opposite of what Turnbull told his citizens when he proudly announced the refugee accord last November. Two opportunistic elected leaders conniving to destroy a crucial humanitarian agreement for their personal political advantage definitely belongs on this list.

Update

Item 67 in July was the corrupt action of NSW bureaucrat Gavin Hanlon, who provided confidential information to irrigation lobbyists to subvert the national Murray-Darling Basin plan. Turnbull took no action.

Finally, courtesy Labor MP Chris Minns, Hanlon resigned last week.

There seems no end in sight to this tawdry Coalition corruption tally. Will Turnbull hit the ton by Christmas?

You can follow Alan Austin on Twitter @AlanAustin001.

Corruption rife in Turnbull’s Australia — aided by corru.. – https://independentaustralia.net/politics/politics-display/corruption-rife-in-turnbulls-australia–aided-by-corrupt-mass-media,10540?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=IA_Feed  via @_feedspot

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Corruption rife in Turnbull’s Australia — aided by corrupt mass media

Every month, more examples emerge of Coalition MPs and officials abusing their power for financial or political gain.

Source: https://independentaustralia.net/politics/politics-display/corruption-under-malcolm-turnbull-going-for-the-all-time-world-record,10731

7 thoughts on “Corruption under Malcolm Turnbull: Going for the all-time world record

  1. above – ^ – Installment for November 2015 ‘here’ in this picture Our Malcolm Turnbull’S suit jacket is too small for him – he definitely needs a new tailor.

  2. The Honorable Member for Frankston Bruce Billson – he just vanished – resigned his seat in Frankston & vanished – I wondered what had happened to him.

  3. Parliament strongly resembles a chicken run – Mr. Speaker is just as maliciously deceptive as every other mangy chicken present & performing.

  4. &
    Did we all hear Her Highness Jill Hennessy – Minister for health in Victoria announce on ABC Radio – this very day – that the flu epidemic has claimed 36.000 victims in Australia this year.

  5. It is said that Our Malcolm is worth A$200.000.000 – his home on Sydney Harbor – alone – is valued at A$50.000.000 ( it was in all the papers & featured on TV even) – corruption is said to be a lucrative pass time.

  6. Coffee:
    Is coffee harmful ?
    Coffee can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
    Coffee contains antioxidants – consumed in moderation – coffee can be beneficial.
    An antioxidant is a natural occurring chemical that fights the damaging effects of oxygen in the body.
    The compounds in coffee are called polyphenols – these are found in many fruits & fruit juices & they are also found in coffee because coffee a bean – which is roasted & releases these compounds.

    But the ingredient most drinkers are interested in –
    ……….. is THE ADDICTIVE STIMULANT !!!!!! ………… CAFFEINE !
    One cup of coffee would fill up a 1/4 tsp caffeine
    aprox: 150 milligrams caffeine –
    Caffeine changes the brains chemistry
    It blocks the chemical adenosine – a central nervous system neuromodulator that has specific receptors. When adenosine binds to it\’s receptors – neural activity slows down & you feel sleepy.
    Which is why after a coffee – a person feels more awake

    Caffeine ………… ACTIVATED THE BRAINS PLEASURE CENTER …………..
    ………….. WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO CAFFEINE ADDICTION ………..
    Caffeine also triggers the sympathetic nervous system – setting off the fight or flight response – this stimulation injects adrenaline into your system – which makes you more alert & responsive.

    The Above is the official story – THE STORY OF ADDICTION.

    Of course ………… the ADDICTION bit of this story is a load of RUBBISH.

    There is no such thing as – coffee / caffeine ADDICTION
    When the IMMUNE SYSTEM is run down it you feel lethargic – you have no energy –
    you get depressed – you need to be stimulate your immune system –
    Why is your immune system run down – because you have over worked your body & not stopped to nourished your body & rest.
    So what do you do – your body craves & craves & craves – sugar – chocolate -coffee tea
    BUT ……..
    Vitamin B5 – Pantothenic Acid – stimulates the immune system & causes the coffee craving to vanish.
    If vitamin B5 – Pantothenic Acid ac cause coffee craving to vanish
    The you can\’t be addicted
    Mainstream explanation of what ADDICTION is RUBBISH.
    And coffee is not bad for you – in moderation if it goes beyond moderation you are not craving a FIX – your body is craving nourishment.

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