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Enforcement activities and convictions

Reporting on our recent major crime enforcement activities and prosecution outcomes.

CMC Assistant Commissioner, Misconduct, announces departure to take up new role — 02.05.2013

The CMC's Assistant Commissioner, Misconduct, Warren Strange has announced his resignation, which takes effect later this month, to take up a new role.

CMC statement on consideration of allegations concerning Scott Driscoll MP — 24.04.2013

The CMC has commenced a co-operative misconduct investigation with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) into allegations concerning Scott Driscoll MP.

Statement in response to a PCMC report on the CMC’s release and destruction of Fitzgerald Inquiry documents — 05.04.2013

The CMC notes the PCMC's report and recommendations arising from its inquiry into the CMC’s release and destruction of Fitzgerald Inquiry documents.

CMC statement in response to recommendations of a Review of the Crime and Misconduct Act 2001 — 03.04.2013

The CMC has noted recommendations contained in an executive summary of a report by an expert advisory panel established by the Attorney-General to review the Crime and Misconduct Act 2001.

Statement from CMC Chairperson Ross Martin SC – 08.03.2013

CMC Chairperson Ross Martin SC has today formally tendered his resignation as the final step of a process of ill-health retirement, as announced on 8 March 2013.

CMC criminal paedophilia investigations reveal relentless threat of online predators – 26.03.2013

In the wake of two successful criminal paedophilia prosecutions that reveal the relentless threat posed by internet-based predators, the CMC is urging parents to remain vigilant to the reality of paedophiles trawling social networking sites and online forums.

CMC assessment of a complaint against Scott Driscoll MP — 19.03.2013

The CMC can confirm, as on the public record, that it received a referral from the Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services on 27 November 2012 concerning alleged official misconduct against State Member for Redcliffe, Scott Driscoll MP.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 19.03.2013

The CMC has concluded that, based on available information, a complaint of alleged official misconduct against Peter Costello, falls outside the CMC’s jurisdiction, resulting in a decision to take no further action.

Inquiry into the CMC's release and destruction of Fitzgerald inquiry documents

Link to the PCMC website.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement – 06.03.2013

The CMC has, as a result of inquiries from The Australian become aware of an administrative oversight concerning public access to certain Fitzgerald Inquiry records.

Misconduct statistics

Misconduct statistics including data on number and nature of complaints registered, assessed, investigated by the CMC, referred to other agencies for handling and reviewed by the CMC.

CMC escalates readiness to assist police solve violent crimes involving the most vulnerable — 08.02.2013

The CMC and the QPS have been given the green light to fast-track investigations into violent crimes involving ‘vulnerable victims’ – children, the elderly and people with a physical/mental impairment.

CMC alerts public to evolving illicit drug threats ahead of the party season — 21.12.2012

The CMC is alerting the public to the threat of increased organised crime activity around rapidly evolving shifts in some of Queensland’s illicit drug markets and a heightened risk of public exposure to a range of harmful substances over the Christmas/New Year party season.

CMC releases broad review of political donation legislation — 20.12.2012

The CMC has produced what is believed to be the first definitive mapping of political donation legislation, positioning Queensland’s regulatory framework within a national and international context.

CMC restrains final property in Morehu-Barlow case — 13.12.2012

The CMC has frozen what are expected to be the final assets belonging to former Queensland Health employee Hohepa Hikairo Morehu-Barlow. The Supreme Court in Brisbane today granted a restraining order over more than 150 items, including gifts Mr Morehu-Barlow gave his friends and former Queensland Health colleagues.

CMC calls for public vigilance to prevent rise in organised property crime — 29.11.2012

The CMC is urging Queenslanders to help thwart organised property crime, warning that cars and heavy machinery are likely to top the hit list over the next two to three years.

CMC completes investigation into circumstances surrounding a developer’s political donations — 27.09.2012

A CMC investigation has found no evidence of wrongdoing surrounding a series of developer donations made to the Liberal National Party’s Forward Brisbane Leadership Fund in 2011.

CMC marks a decade of success in protecting Queenslanders — 17.09.2012

The Crime and Misconduct Commission has exceeded a range of operational targets in its tenth year, as detailed in its Annual Report 2011-12 tabled in Parliament on 17 September 2012.

Operation Lightning strikes at heart of major cross-border drug ring - 07.09.2012

A Crime and Misconduct Commission-led investigation, supported by the Queensland Police Service State Drug Investigation Unit and New South Wales Police Drug Squad, snared an alleged line-up of major crime targets in Queensland and New South Wales, preventing $3.6 million worth of heroin and speed hitting the streets.

CMC finalises examination of Wivenhoe Dam engineers’ conduct - 21.08.2012

CMC completes review of material provided by the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry following a recommendation that it investigate the conduct of three of the engineers operating Wivenhoe Dam.

CMC restrains assets connected with alleged heroin trafficker - 16.08.2012

CMC restrains assets associated with alleged mastermind behind a multi-million-dollar heroin ring.

QPS and CMC complete joint investigation into complaint relating to Sunshine Coast Council election — 23.07.2012

The QPS and the CMC have concluded a joint investigation into an allegation of official misconduct relating to the most recent local government election for the Sunshine Coast Regional Council.

CMC provides parliamentary committee with final report on medical misconduct allegations — 16.07.2012

The CMC has provided the Parliamentary Crime and Misconduct Committee (PCMC) with a final report arising from an independent assessment of a series of allegations about medical matters that may reveal misconduct.

More arrests follow break up of heroin ring

The CMC’s Operation Storm has recently shut down a major heroin trafficking network operating across South East Queensland. Four arrests have been made to date, with more arrests expected to follow.

CMC commences assessment of new complaint regarding medical misconduct allegations — 31.05.2012

Statement about the meeting with Peter Wellington MP, the Independent Member for Nicklin, concerning a number of allegations related to medical matters that may reveal misconduct.

CMC investigation shuts down major heroin trafficking network — 30.05.2012

The CMC's Operation Storm has dismantled a major drug distribution network, primarily trafficking in heroin, operating across South East Queensland.

CMC to prepare public report on University of Queensland investigation — 28.05.2012

The CMC today announced that it will prepare a public report on the University of Queensland investigation and two parallel reviews, to be tabled in Parliament.

CMC provides parliamentary committee with two interim reports on medical misconduct allegations — 21.05.2012

On 21 May, the CMC provided the Parliamentary Crime and Misconduct Committee with two interim reports regarding a series of medical misconduct allegations.

CMC refers criminal allegations against Gold Coast doctor to the police — 18.05.2012

On 15 May, the CMC referred criminal allegations against a Gold Coast doctor to the Queensland Police Service, following a recommendation by retired judge Richard Chesterman as part of his ongoing assessment of a series of medical misconduct allegations.

Criminal paedophilia investigations

Reporting on statistics from our criminal paedophilia investigation unit.

CMC Chairperson meets with potential whistleblower regarding medical misconduct allegations — 01.05.2012

The CMC Chairperson met with a potential whistleblower regarding medical misconduct allegations and to establish a framework for investigation.

Fighting major crime — recent enforcement activities and convictions

Reporting on our recent major crime enforcement activities and prosecution outcomes.

Operation Warrior nets another jail sentence

To date, 56 of the 70 people arrested as part of Operation Warrior have been convicted; a further 2 have pleaded guilty on all charges and are awaiting sentencing.

Regional judges forum on financial crimes

Our financial investigators shared their expertise in recovering the proceeds of crime at the Corruption and other Financial Crimes Commonwealth Secretariat Pacific Judges Regional Forum.

Social media and public officials

Advisory for public officials that need to consider misconduct prevention issues related to use of social media for official and personal use.

CMC concludes no official misconduct by Newman in assessment of three BCC-related matters — 16.03.2012

The CMC finalised its assessment of three separate matters concerning the Brisbane City Council. In all matters, the CMC has established there is currently no evidence of official misconduct on the part of Campbell Newman in relation to the allegations raised while he was Lord Mayor of Brisbane.

Ross Martin SC announced as CMC Chairperson — 16.02.2012

Attorney-General Paul Lucas today announced the appointment of Ross Martin SC as CMC Chairperson. Mr Martin is currently Deputy Director of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. His term at the CMC will commence on 5 March 2012.

Councillors and local government election candidates

Major legal and ethical obligations of councillors and candidates in local government elections.

CMC investigation results in drug conviction against former QPS officer — 13.02.2012

Media release about the results of a CMC investigation targeting illicit drug-related activity by a group of police officers in the Logan District.

Annual misconduct statistics

Statistics for the 2011–12 financial year including data on number and nature of complaints registered, assessed, investigated by the CMC, referred to other agencies for handling and reviewed by the CMC.

CMC launches wide-reaching review in response to University of Queensland matter — 25.01.2012

Media release about the CMC's review of the University of Queensland and the forced offer for entry into its 2011 medical program.

CMC restrains $12m worth of assets in alleged Queensland Health fraud case — 18.01.2012

Media release about the CMC's restraint of $12m assets in a civil confiscation case against former Queensland Health employee, Hohepa Hikairo Morehu-Barlow.

Government supports CMC recommendations for Taser reform

The government has supported 17 of 21 CMC recommendations addressing the use of Tasers on medically vulnerable people and deployment of multiple and prolonged Taser discharges.

New police gifts and benefits policy in response to CMC investigation

In response to our Operation Tesco investigation, Queensland police have a new policy prohibiting them from accepting free or discounted alcohol or entry to licensed premises.

Government supports all CMC 'evade police' recommendations

The government has supported all 13 of our recommendations formulated to reduce the number of police pursuits.

CMC Media Statement — University of Queensland matter — 09.12.2011

A media statement about a complaint of official misconduct resulting from improper enrolment of a student at the University of Queensland.

CMC welcomes new Assistant Commissioner, Crime — 08.12.2011

A media release where we announce the appointment of Kathleen Florian as the new Assistant Commissioner, Crime.

CMC and LGAQ lay down integrity gauntlet in call for ‘clean’ election campaigns — 06.12.11

Media release about the launch of the Don't Risk Your Campaign initiative. With the support of the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ), we are targeting candidates in 2012's local and state government elections to educate them about conducting their campaigns responsibly.

Crime and Misconduct Commission Chairperson to step down — 08.11.2011

A media release about Chairperson Martin Moynihan AO QC announcing the he is stepping down from his position for personal reasons.

Homepage

CMC homepage. The CMC is an independent body striving to keep Queensland's public sector institutions ethical and accountable; its police honest; and its communities as free as possible from corruption and organised crime.

Assessment of allegations against Campbell Newman finalised — 13.10.2011

A media release about the results of our assessment of a complaint against Campbell Newman for not disclosing certain personal interests while he was Lord Mayor of Brisbane.

Perceptions of Queensland public service and local government — 11.10.2011

A media release about the result of our surveys into public perceptions of the public service and local government in Queensland.

CMC statement on Redcliffe Hospital Foundation matter — 30.09.2011

A media release advising that our assessment of concerns raised about the Redcliffe Hospital Foundation’s management of the Moreton Bay Integrated Care Clinic project is complete. We give the reasons why the matter will not be investigated.

Crime and Misconduct Commission achieves record results — 26.09.2011

A media release about the significant results we have achieved in our fight against organised crime and misconduct, including some record breaking achievements throughout the year.

CMC welcomes new part-time Commissioner — 22.09.2011

A media release announcing the appointment of new part-time Commissioner George Fox.

Police Commissioners attend leading anti-corruption conference — 22.09.2011

A media release announcing the attendance of six Police Commissioners to the 2011 Australian Public Sector Anti-Corruption (APSAC) Conference. It lists the topics of discussion, the states of the attending Commissioners, and information about the conference.

CMC issues ‘Schoolies’ alert: beware of dangerous club drug GHB/fantasy — 15.09.2011

A media release about an alert we issued to schoolies about the dangers of using the 'club' drug GHB, also known as ‘fantasy’, ‘G’ and ‘fanta’.

CMC statement: investigation into compensation payout to Snr Sgt Hurley — 07.09.2011

A media release stating that we have finalised the misconduct investigation into alleged misconduct by Queensland police officer Senior Sergeant Christopher Hurley, in respect to misappropriation of an overpayment.

CMC warns parents of increased threat of internet paedophiles trawling social media sites — 02.09.2011

A media release about an alert issued to parents about paedophiles making increasing use of social networking sites to secure child exploitation material.

CMC welcomes improvements to Queensland’s police disciplinary system — 29.08.2011

A media release announcing that Chairperson Martin Moynihan AO QC has welcomed moves by the state government to further improve the Queensland Police Service’s complaints and disciplinary system.

Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service — 12.08.2011

A media release announcing that we have released results of the public survey measuring the community’s current perceptions of the Queensland Police Service.

CMC elevates readiness to combat weapons-related crime — 08.08.2011

A media release discussing our increased readiness to combat weapons related crime, in partnership with the Queensland Police Service (QPS).

CMC completes investigation into electoral bribery allegation — 18.07.2011

A media release stating that we have finished the investigation into an allegation of official misconduct by Liberal National Party (LNP) President Bruce McIver and LNP member Dr Bruce Flegg.

CMC closes investigation into corruption claims by former Minister (Nuttall) — 13.07.2011

A media release announcing that we have completed a misconduct investigation into three corruption allegations raised by former Minister of the Crown Gordon Nuttall.

Anti-corruption experts converge on Perth in November — 05.07.2011

A media release about the Australian Public Sector Anti-Corruption Conference (APSACC) held in November in Fremantle, Western Australia, and the topics of discussion.

CMC review of ‘evade police’ powers — putting the brakes on high-risk pursuits — 29.06.2011

Media release about Queensland’s legal prostitution industry recording limited growth in the past five years, according to a Crime and Misconduct Commission review of the Prostitution Act 1999.

CMC releases ‘snapshot’ review of Queensland’s Prostitution Act — 29.06.2011

Media release about the CMC’s review of Queensland’s Prostitution Act .

CMC to review use of state funds in Indigenous sector — 27.06.2011

Media release about the CMC's review of the accountability systems used to administer state funds to Indigenous organisations.

Police reforms must continue on Gold Coast — 23.06.2011

In the wake of the Crime and Misconduct Commission’s Operation Tesco, the Queensland Police Service has made significant progress in improving policing on the Gold Coast, but there is still more to be done, according to a CMC report.

Media conference statement, Operation Tesco 23.06.2011

A media statement made by CMC Chairperson Martin Moynihan AO QC about an investigation into allegations of police misconduct on the Gold Coast in February, 2009.

CMC to release report on Operation Tesco — 21.06.2011

Media advisory about the release of the CMC's report on Operation Tesco.

CMC statement on allegations by former Minister — 24.05.2011

Media release about corruption allegations made by Gordon Nuttall.

CMC statement on police discipline system review — 24.05.2011

Media release on the CMC report 'Setting the standard: a review of current processes for the management of police discipline and misconduct matters'.

CMC releases evaluation of Taser use in Queensland — 28.04.2011

CMC Taser evaluation to be released — 27.04.2011

New Crime and Misconduct Commissioner announced — 07.04.2011

Queensland businessman jailed for corrupting former minister — 01.04.2011

Media release about the jailing of Harold Shand for corrupting a public official.

CMC investigates allegation of electoral bribery — 29.03.2011

CMC charges former police officer for drug related offences — 23.03.2011

CMC statement on QPS response to Palm Island police investigations — 15.03.2011

Media release including a link to the audio file of the press conference in WMA format.

QPS takes no disciplinary action against Palm Island officers — 15.03.2011

Media release about the Queensland Police Service's failure to take disciplinary action against the six police officers involved in investigations relating to the Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji.

Clarification of CMC power to seek review before QCAT — 15.03.2011

Media release explaining the CMC power to seek review before QCAT.

CMC statement on Palm Island death in custody — 14.03.2011

Media advisory about the CMC's public statement regarding the police investigations into the Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji in 2004.

CMC reviews use of police move-on powers — 21.12.2010

Report into investigation of former ministerial adviser — 21.12.2010

Media release about the investigation of former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt.

Standard set for Queensland’s police discipline system — 21.12.2010

Media release on recommendations designed to strengthen the Queensland Police Service’s discipline system.

Former Queensland Minister jailed for official corruption — 16.12.2010

Media release about jailing of Gordon Nuttall for official corruption.

Police ethics survey validates focus of QPS reform — 09.11.2010

Media release regarding the CMC report 'The ethical perceptions and attitudes of Queensland Police Service recruits and first year constables 1995–2008' calling for the QPS to ensure ethics training is provided to all police officers throughout their careers

CMC statement — response to Courier Mail editorial — 08.11.2010

Media release in reponse to Courier Mail editorial.

Nuttall’s second corruption conviction echoes zero tolerance — 27.10.2010

Media release about Gordon Nuttall's second corruption conviction.

Operation Tesco public hearing — 24.09.2010

Media release about the conclusion of the Operation Tesco public hearing.

Two men jailed for contempt — 17.09.2010

Media arrangements for CMC public hearing into Operation Tesco — 14.09.2010

Media advisory about the media arrangements for the CMC public hearing regarding Operation Tesco.

CMC welcomes new policing strategies on the Gold Coast — 26.08.2010

Media release about the CMC welcoming new policing strategies on the Gold Coast.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 20.08.2010

CMC calls time on stalled Palm Island response — 19.08.2010

Media release about the CMC calling for a prompt response from the Police Commissioner following a Supreme Court decision upholding the CMC’s power to impose requirements arising from its Palm Island report.

CMC completes investigation of Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor — 28.07.2010

Media release about the completion of the CMC investigation into Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Michael Brunker.

CMC statement on Police Commissioner deadline — 06.07.2010

Media release about adjournment of an application for an injunction restraining the Police Commissioner from complying with CMC recommendations.

Commissioner of Police 14 day deadline — 30.06.2010

Media release about the CMC granting an extension of time to the Police Commissioner to inform the CMC about his intended course of action against six police officers.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 23.06.2010

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 21.06.2010

CMC examination of Coroner’s findings — 18.06.2010

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 18.06.2010

Crime and Misconduct Commission chronology — 18.06.2010

Media release about the chronology of the CMC Chairperson’s involvement in the reappointment of the Queensland Police Commissioner.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 17.06.2010

CMC directs Police Commissioner to take action — 17.06.2010

Media release about the CMC directing the Queensland Police Commissioner to report back within fourteen days about what action he intends to take against six officers involved in two police investigations relating to the Palm Island death in custody of Mulrunji.

CMC Chairperson's public statement on the CMC's Review of the Queensland Police Service's Palm Island Review — 17.06.2010

The public statement of the CMC Chairperson on the Palm Island Review.

CMC to release review of the QPS’s Palm Island Review — 11.06.2010

Media advisory about the CMC's release of its review of the QPS Palm Island Review.

CMC welcomes new Assistant Commissioner, Misconduct — 01.06.2010

Media release about the CMC welcoming new Assistant Commissioner, Misconduct Warren Strange.

Organised crime network shut down in Queensland — 11.05.2010

Media release about a joint crime operation between the CMC and QPS to uncover a widespread illicit drug distribution network.

CMC reviews off-road motorbike noise laws — 15.04.2010

Media release about the CMC report 'Sound advice: a review of the effectiveness of police powers in reducing excessive noise from off-road motorbikes'.

CMC rejects Police Union criticism — 06.04.2010

Trends in Queensland’s illicit drug markets — 16.03.2010

CMC releases submissions on public servant and ministerial office interaction — 16.02.2010

Four family members sentenced on drug offences — 12.02.2010

Media speculation on Gold Coast investigation not helpful, says CMC — 03.02.2010

CMC investigation continuing following raids — 01.02.2010

Money laundering a major threat, says CMC report — 20.01.2010

Call for submissions: public servant and ministerial office interaction — 11.12.2009

CMC hearing to investigate alleged misuse of public money — 01.12.2009

Witness list for CMC public hearing — 26.11.2009

Media advisory about the 27.11.09 witness list for the CMC public hearing into allegations of official misconduct involving former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt.

Witness list for CMC public hearing — 25.11.2009

Media advisory about the 26.11.09 witness list for the CMC public hearing into allegations of official misconduct involving former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt.

Witness list for CMC public hearing — 24.11.2009

Media advisory about the 25.11.09 witness list for the CMC public hearing into allegations of official misconduct involving former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt.

Witness list and media arrangements — 23.11.2009

Media advisory about the 24.11.09 witness list for the CMC public hearing into allegations of official misconduct involving former ministerial adviser Simon Tutt.

Restoring order in Queensland’s Indigenous communities — 20.11.2009

Media release including a link to the audio file of the press conference in WMA format.

CMC report into 2009 Qld regional plan and land at Palmwoods — 10.11.2009

Media release about the CMC report into the 2009 South East Queensland Regional Plan, including land at Palmwoods.

CMC hearing to investigate alleged misuse of public money — 09.11.2009

Media release advising the CMC will hold a public hearing into allegations of official misconduct involving former ministerial adviser, Simon Tutt.

Joint operation targets cocaine trafficking on the Gold Coast — 29.10.2009

Media release including a link to the audio file of the press conference in WMA format.

CMC releases report into organised fraud in Queensland — 26.10.2009

Independent accountability agencies launch www.complaints.qld.gov.au website — 13.10.2009

Investigation into allegation against former Deputy Premier — 02.09.2009

Media release about the investigation of former Deputy Premier Terry Mackenroth.

Former minister faces official corruption and perjury charges — 25.08.2009

Media release about Gordon Nuttall facing charges of official corruption and perjury.

CMC releases report into police misconduct — 22.07.2009

Media release about the CMC report on Operation Capri, an investigation into police misconduct.

Jailing of former Minister serves as a warning — 17.07.2009

Media release about jailing of Gordon Nuttall.

Property crime figures down in Queensland — 23.06.2009

CMC continues to monitor Queensland Police Service — 05.05.2009

Light shed on funding for soccer field — 17.03.2009

Public servants sentenced for fraud — 12.03.2009

Media release about former Department of Public Works officers sentenced for official corruption and fraud.

CMC sports investigation — 10.03.2009

Southbank Taser incident prompts CMC concerns — 04.03.2009

Media release about Southbank Taser incident.

Top anti-corruption conference in Brisbane in July — 16.02.2009

Media release about APSACC 2009 - Australian Public Sector Anti-corruption Conference: taking responsibility, fighting complacency.

Police followed procedure in stripping solicitor — 23.12.2008

Media release about police following procedure in stripping solicitor.

Operation Proxy sparks CMC recommendations for change — 18.12.2008

Media release about the CMC report 'Public Duty, Private Interests' investigating official misconduct by a former Director-General of the Department of Employment and Training.

CMC call for comment on police move-on powers — 11.12.2008

Media release about the CMC calling for comment on police move-on powers.

CMC investigation leads to jailing of Officer over watchhouse incident — 28.11.2008

CMC research shows value of mandatory treatment — 24.11.2008

10-month joint operation nets 27 on 92 charges — 18.11.2008

Three plead guilty in closure of CMC Operation Mars — 14.11.2008

Media release about former Department of Public Works officers pleading guilty to charges of official corruption and fraud.

CMC call for croc informant — 14.11.2008

CMC refers report on officer found guilty of assault to QPS for action — 13.11.2008

CMC welcomes new Commissioner — 06.11.2008

Media release about the CMC welcoming new Commissioner Philip Nase.

Report reveals drug use patterns among hospital emergency patients — 24.09.2008

No increase to CMC powers — 09.09.2008

Allegations against directors of Queensland Racing — 25.08.2008

Media release about allegations against directors of Queensland Racing.

CMC response to criticism of Ayr investigation — 18.08.2008

CMC inquiries concerning drivers licences — 12.08.2008

Crime and Misconduct Commission on the move — 06.08.2008

Media release about the move of the CMC from the Brisbane CBD to Fortitude Valley.

Statement on allegations against former Minister Merri Rose — 16.06.2008

Media release about allegations against former Minister Merri Rose.

CMC calls for comment about off-road motorbike noise — 13.06.2008

CMC announces public hearing into former Director-General — 28.05.2008

CMC to host public sector seminars in Rockhampton — 23.05.2008

Media release about public sector seminars in Rockhampton.

Crime and Misconduct Commission welcomes new Commissioner — 23.05.2008

Media release about CMC welcoming new Commissioner Judith Bell.

CMC reviews public nuisance offence in Queensland — 23.05.2008

CMC to host public sector seminars on the Gold Coast — 14.05.2008

Media release about public sector seminars on the Gold Coast.

Allegation of inappropriate Queensland Rail train tour — 13.05.2008

Media release about allegations of official misconduct regarding commissioning of a Queensland Rail train for party political purposes.

Jailed for refusing to answer CMC questions — 20.03.2008

Organised crime leader jailed for 13.5 years — 07.03.2008

CMC completes inquiries into Ross Rolfe matter — 01.02.2008

CMC finalises Queensland Police Union investigation — 25.01.2008

CMC and LGAQ call for ‘clean’ local election campaigns — 12.12.2007

Media release about the CMC and LGAQ calling for 'clean' local election campaigns.

Joint agency taskforce makes four arrests in drug trafficking ring — 05.12.2007

Former minister and lawyer face charges — 04.12.2007

CMC holds misconduct and corruption seminars in Mount Isa — 15.11.2007

Media release about misconduct and corruption seminars in Mount Isa.

Joint taskforce shuts down drug trafficking syndicate — 01.11.2007

New research busts whistleblower bad treatment myth — 24.10.2007

Media release about findings from the Whistling While They Work report.

CMC assesses Queensland’s cocaine market — 22.10.2007

CMC releases submissions into policing in Indigenous communities — 18.09.2007

CMC to hold public hearing into policing in Indigenous communities — 06.09.2007

CMC calls for Local Government Act to be tightened — 31.08.2007

Media release about the CMC calling for the Local Government Act to be amended to improve the integrity of local council elections.

Former Minister faces charges of assault — 09.08.2007

CMC explores links between childhood abuse and adult offending — 07.08.2007

Media release about the CMC report into links between childhood abuse and adult offending.

Logan police officer jailed on perjury and assault charges — 06.08.2007

CMC reviews child protection reform — 24.07.2007

CMC Celebrates NAIDOC Week — 02.07.2007

Media release about the CMC celebrating NAIDOC week.

Update on CMC inquiry into policing in Indigenous communities — 28.06.2007

Media release about the CMC inquiry into policing in Indigenous communities.

Australia’s first public sector anti-corruption conference — 21.06.2007

Media release about the Australian Public Sector Anti-Corruption (APSAC) Conference 2007.

CMC statement on Operation Capri — 20.06.2007

Crime figures jailed following drug operation — 08.06.2007

Jailing of Former Minister serves as a warning — 31.05.2007

Media release about jailing of Former Minister Merri Rose for extortion threats.

CMC investigation of alleged manipulated web poll results — 17.05.2007

Media release about the CMC investigation of alleged manipulation of web poll results relating to the Traveston Crossing Dam.

CMC holds misconduct and corruption seminars in Townsville — 14.05.2007

Media release about misconduct seminars in Townsville.

Former Queensland Transport Inspector Convicted — 04.05.2007

Media release about the jailing of Edward Cornelius Moran for official corruption and fraud.

CMC reviews policing in Indigenous communities — 13.04.2007

Sunshine Coast paedophile sentenced — 02.04.2007

Organised crime figures caught trafficking cocaine into Queensland — 06.03.2007

Police raids target outlaw motorcycle gangs — 21.02.2007

Drug dealer given five-year sentence — 09.02.2007

Investigation into alleged police assault of Aurukun resident — 07.02.2007

Queensland Transport employee convicted of fraud — 05.02.2007

Complaint about Mary Valley property valuations — 24.01.2007

Former Minister and Queensland businessman face charges — 19.01.2007

CMC profiles Queensland amphetamine market — 15.12.2006

Media release about the CMC report 'Profiling the Queensland Amphetamine Market'.

CMC statement regarding Palm Island death in custody — 14.12.2006

Media release about disciplinary proceedings against police officer Chris Hurley following the death in custody of an Aboriginal man on Palm Island.

Clarifying circumstances regarding alledged assault — 06.12.2006

Queensland Transport officers face charges after a Crime and Misconduct Commission investigation — 27.11.2006

Release of CMC’s 2005–06 annual report — 14.11.2006

Media release about the CMC's 2005-06 annual report.

CMC visits Longreach for seminars on misconduct issues — 10.11.2006

Media release about misconduct seminars in Longreach.

CMC examines vote rorting claim — 07.11.2006

CMC reports on Prince Charles Hospital nursing appointment — 31.10.2006

Media release about the Prince Charles Hospital appointment of senior nurse Virginia Hancl.

CMC report reveals patterns of illicit drug use — 27.10.2006

Media release about the results of the CMC survey 'Illicit drug use in Queensland: survey of households 2002–05'.

CMC operation leads to two convictions — 19.10.2006

CMC visits Charleville for seminars on misconduct issues — 09.10.2006

Media release about misconduct seminars in Charleville.

CMC releases report on inquiry into Queensland escort services — 01.10.2006

Media release about the CMC report 'Regulating outcall prostitution'.

CMC completes investigation into Burnett Shire Council — 06.09.2006

Media release about the completion of the CMC investigation into the Burnett Shire Council.

A former public servant found guilty of corruption — 05.09.2006

Media release about former Department of Public Works officer found guilty of corruption.

Mareeba police officer jailed following CMC operation — 05.09.2006

CMC warns parents and teachers to protect children on the internet — 04.09.2006

Crime and Misconduct Commission welcomes new Commissioner — 21.08.2006

Media release about the CMC welcoming new Commissioner Ann Gummow.

CMC statement regarding Rockhampton Hospital surgeon — 17.08.2006

CMC asks candidates not to misuse complaints process — 17.08.2006

Media release about the CMC complaints process and the State Government election.

CMC statement on Gold Coast City Council recommendations — 15.08.2006

Media release about the State Government's decision not to implement recommendations to improve the integrity of local council elections.

CMC reviews Queensland foster care recommendations — 15.08.2006

Media release about the CMC reviewing implementation of the Queensland foster care recommendations.

CMC surveys public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service — 19.07.2006

Media release about CMC survey of public perceptions of police.

Sunshine Coast hosts CMC seminars on misconduct issues — 09.06.2006

Media release about misconduct seminars on the Sunshine Coast.

CMC reports on investigation into Gold Coast City Council — 11.05.2006

Media release about misconduct investigation into the Gold Coast City Council.

CMC makes dealing with official misconduct easier — 03.05.2006

Media release about the CMC guide 'Facing the Facts'.

Cooktown man jailed for lying to Crime and Misconduct Commission — 07.04.2006

Media release about the jailing of Nathan Trevor Quibell for perjury.

Lies to CMC land Gold Coast contractor in jail — 30.03.2006

Media release about the jailing of Dumitru Balan for perjury.

CMC arrests police officer for alleged extortion — 08.02.2006

Unauthorised release of closing submission into CMC’s Gold Coast City Council investigation — 27.01.2006

CMC investigation into Burnett Shire Council continues — 24.01.2006

CMC releases discussion paper on local government elections — 22.12.2005

Media release about CMC discussion paper on local government elections.

Property crime costs Queenslanders tens of millions each year — 16.12.2005

CMC begins prosecution process against Bundaberg health official — 02.12.2005

Media release about the CMC prosecution of Bundaberg health service district manager Peter Leck for official misconduct.

Former Gold Coast City Council officer convicted of fraud — 30.11.2005

CMC considers allegations of electoral bribery — 25.11.2005

Media release about allegations of electoral bribery.

Release of CMC’s annual report 2004-05 — 14.11.2005

Media release about the CMC's annual report 2004-05.

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