NACC Reopens Investigation into Robodebt Corruption Allegations

The anti-corruption commission reverses its earlier decision, appointing independent oversight to ensure impartiality in the high-profile case.

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) will investigate six public officials referred by the Robodebt Royal Commission over alleged corrupt conduct.
The decision follows a review by Geoffrey Nettle KC, who recommended reopening the case after earlier concerns about the handling of the original decision.
NACC Commissioner Paul Brereton and involved deputies will not participate in the new investigation due to findings of unintentional misconduct and conflict of interest.
The investigation aims to address public concerns after the Robodebt scheme unlawfully raised $1.73 billion in debts, impacting over 400,000 Australians and linked to multiple suicides.
Crossbenchers and Greens are pushing for reforms to allow more public hearings in such cases, citing the need for greater transparency and accountability.