Ex-Mayor of Moonee Valley Found Guilty of Corruption in IBAC Report

Cameron Nation received drugs in return for favoring business interests, while other councillors accepted undeclared gifts.

Victoria's anti-corruption watchdog, IBAC, uncovered that former Moonee Valley mayor Cameron Nation accepted cocaine and Xanax for advancing property applications.
The investigation, known as Operation Leo, revealed Nation bypassed council processes to benefit a construction manager linked to a local soccer club.
Nation, along with councillors Narelle Sharpe and Jacob Bettio, received free club memberships and dinners from the Essendon Royals Soccer Club, which were not disclosed.
IBAC's report highlights how local government decision-making can be compromised and recommends updating the code of conduct for councillors.
The findings come ahead of local council elections, with Sharpe and Bettio seeking re-election, while Nation resigned earlier this year.