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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.

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.

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.

Misconduct case studies

Case studies of investigations into matters including fraud within government agencies, police powers and practice, and other matters of significant public interest.

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.

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.

Illicit drug markets in Queensland (Word version) (DOC, 555.0 kB)

Strategic intelligence assessment profiles of the main illicit drug markets currently operating in Queensland, and the extent of organised crime involvement in them.

The regulation of political donations and gifts in Queensland: a comparative analysis (Word version) (DOC, 980.5 kB)

A comparative review of Australian and international regulations relating to prohibitions and restrictions on donations, disclosure of political donations, and compliance and enforcement mechanisms.

The regulation of political donations and gifts in Queensland: a comparative analysis (PDF, 1.6 MB)

A comparative review of Australian and international regulations relating to prohibitions and restrictions on donations, disclosure of political donations, and compliance and enforcement mechanisms.

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.

Organised property crime in Queensland (PDF, 611.9 kB)

Current and emerging issues in organised property crime - full report.

Child sexual victimisation in Queensland (PDF, 416.5 kB)

An overview of legal and administrative developments since 2000.

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.

Indigenous people in policing roles: A follow-up review to the Restoring order report (PDF, 2.2 MB)

Action 47 of the Restoring order report required the CMC to review how the Queensland Police Service utilises, manages and supports Police Liaison Officers, Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Police and Community Police Officers. This report outlines the findings.

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.

Advice from John Jerrard QC - Word version (DOC, 209.0 kB)

Advice of John Jerrard QC concerning examination of material provided to the Crime and Misconduct Commission pursuant to Recommendation 16.1 of the Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry’s final report.

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.

Indigenous engagement strategy (PDF, 241.5 kB)

Our ongoing commitment to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous people, communities and organisations

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 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 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.

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.

Ethics, integrity and elected officials — local government (PDF, 144.5 kB)

Legal and ethical obligations of local government councillors and election candidates.

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.

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.

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.

Annual Report 2010–11

Overview of our annual report for 2010–11, including highlights and links to sections of the document.

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.

Complaint lodgement form — Word version (DOC, 89.5 kB)

Complete this form and mail it to us with your supporting evidence. You can also lodge your complaint online.

Referral form for CMC Liaison Officers

Form for referring possible official misconduct to the CMC.

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.

Charter of service: for people lodging a complaint about the public sector (PDF, 400.4 kB)

Brochure describing what you can expect from us when you make a complaint about misconduct in Queensland's public sector.

Public perceptions of the public service: findings from the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 532.2 kB)

The findings of the 2010 Public Attitudes Survey, where members of the public give their impressions on the performance of the public service.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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

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

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.

CMC to release report on Operation Tesco — 21.06.2011

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

Operation Tesco: report of an investigation into allegations of police misconduct on the Gold Coast (PDF, 380.8 kB)

This report exposes the environment and attitudes that gave rise to police misconduct on the Gold Coast, drawing attention to the quality of supervision and the ability of local managers to recognise and deal with potential misconduct.

Strategic Plan 2011–15 (PDF, 237.8 kB)

Our strategic plan for 2011-15, published in June 2011.

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'.

Making a public interest disclosure: a guide for individuals working in the public sector

Thinking about blowing the whistle? Information for public sector whistleblowers on what to consider before reporting wrongdoing.

CMC releases evaluation of Taser use in Queensland — 28.04.2011

New Crime and Misconduct Commissioner announced — 07.04.2011

Summary and recommendations — Evaluating Taser reforms (PDF, 139.9 kB)

Excerpt from the Evaluating Taser reforms report — background, key findings, our recommendations, and the way forward.

CMC investigates allegation of electoral bribery — 29.03.2011

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.

Clarification of CMC power to seek review before QCAT — 15.03.2011

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

CMC reviews use of police move-on powers — 21.12.2010

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.

Review of police move-on powers: data report (PDF, 1.6 MB)

Details of the methodology and data analyses of the review of police move-on powers.

Police move-on powers: a CMC review of their use (PDF, 1.3 MB)

Our review of Queensland’s police use move-on powers, and the recommendations made for reform.

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

Submissions to our review of the Prostitution Act

Our review of the Prostitution Act sought submissions from the prostitution industry, key stakeholders and interest groups to update the picture of prositution environment in Queensland.

Nuttall’s second corruption conviction echoes zero tolerance — 27.10.2010

Media release about Gordon Nuttall's second corruption conviction.

Operation Tesco – Transcripts and Exhibits

Transcripts and exhibits from Operation Tesco.

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.

Annual Report 2009-10

Our annual report for 2009-10 including links to the full PDF and links to sections.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 20.08.2010

CMC: who we are and what we do — Vietnamese (PDF, 689.4 kB)

Brochure in Vietnamese that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Serbian (PDF, 258.2 kB)

Brochure in Serbian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Croatian (PDF, 34.2 kB)

Brochure in Croatian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Bosnian (PDF, 33.9 kB)

Brochure in Bosnian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

CMC: who we are and what we do — Persian (PDF, 71.2 kB)

Brochure in Persian that gives a brief summary of the our powers and responsibilities.

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 Review of the Queensland Police Service's Palm Island Review

The CMC review found that both the initial police investigation and the subsequent internal police review were seriously flawed, and that the conduct of the officers involved warranted consideration of disciplinary proceedings for misconduct.

Crime and Misconduct Commission statement — 23.06.2010

CMC examination of Coroner’s findings — 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.

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 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.

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'.

Sound advice: a review of the effectiveness of police powers in reducing excessive noise from off-road motorbikes (PDF, 1.4 MB)

This report examines the effectiveness of current noise laws in reducing excessive noise from off-road motorbikes, and recommends measures designed to achieve long-term sustainable improvement.

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

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

CMC investigation continuing following raids — 01.02.2010

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 — 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 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.

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.

Annual Report 2008–09

Our annual report for 2008-09 including links to the full PDF version and sections.

Restoring order: crime prevention, policing and local justice in Queensland’s Indigenous communities (PDF, 3.9 MB)

This report examines issues of crime, violence and policing in Queensland’s Indigenous communities. It draws on extensive consultation with Indigenous communities and their serving police officers as well as comprehensive research and policy analysis.

CMC releases report into organised fraud in Queensland — 26.10.2009

Crime Bulletin No. 10: Organised fraud in Queensland: a strategic assessment (PDF, 811.6 kB)

An overview of current and emerging issues relating to online, credit card, identity and cheque fraud.

Allegation against the Honourable TM Mackenroth in respect of land at Elimbah East: a report from the CMC (PDF, 150.5 kB)

A CMC report on its investigation into an allegation that a retired former Deputy Premier improperly influenced a review process which changed the classification of certain land in the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2009.

Making a complaint against a police officer (PDF, 263.6 kB)

Brochure with information about making a complaint against a police officer.

CMC releases report into police misconduct — 22.07.2009

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

Dangerous liaisons: a report arising from a CMC investigation into allegations of police misconduct (Operation Capri) (PDF, 2.2 MB)

Operation Capri revealed multiple incidents of police misconduct, mainly relating to the involvement of police officers with a criminal informant.

Perceptions of misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions: a survey of custodial officers (PDF, 959.6 kB)

Survey findings examining perceptions of official misconduct in Queensland correctional institutions.

Strategic Plan 2009-13 (PDF, 2.0 MB)

Our strategic plan for 2009-13.

Public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service: findings from the 2008 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 1.2 MB)

Presents key findings of the latest survey of public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service and identifies interesting changes over time.

Light shed on funding for soccer field — 17.03.2009

CMC sports investigation — 10.03.2009

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.

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.

Submissions to our review of Queensland's police move-on powers

Submissions from the public were sought in relation to the following questions: 1. How are the evade police provisions being used by police? 2. How are evade police offences being dealt with by the courts? 3. What impact have the evade police provisions had on the number of police pursuits? 4. Are the evade police provisions a useful operational tool for investigating and prosecuting offenders?

Public duty, private interests: Issues in pre-separation conduct and post-separation employment for the Queensland public sector (PDF, 2.2 MB)

This account of the investigation of possible misconduct by Scott Flavell, former Director-General of the Department of Employment and Training also examines how the prospect of future private sector employment could influence public officials and compromise good government administration. It contains recommendations for policy and legislative reform relative to these issues.

CMC research shows value of mandatory treatment — 24.11.2008

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

Annual Report 2007–08

Our annual report for 2007-08 including links to the full PDF version and sections.

Mandatory treatment and perceptions of treatment effectiveness: a Queensland study of non-custodial offenders with drug and/or alcohol abuse problems (Research & Issues Paper, No.7) (PDF, 429.1 kB)

Examination of what influences the effectiveness of mandatory treatment of offenders with drug and/or alcohol abuse problems.

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 inquiries concerning drivers licences — 12.08.2008

Exploring drug use II: Drug use by hospital emergency department patients (PDF, 1.0 MB)

2005 re-examination of the nature and extent of alcohol and drug use among patients attending the Gold Coast Hospital Emergency Department.

Statement on allegations against former Minister Merri Rose — 16.06.2008

Media release about allegations against former Minister Merri Rose.

Submissions to our review of off-road motorbike noise laws

We requested submissions from the public to find out whether the new noise laws have helped resolve or reduce any problems in areas affected by excessive noise from off-road motorbikes and determine whether the new noise laws have affected the capacity of off-road motorbike users to pursue their activity. The submissions also gave the community an opportunity to provide additional comments relevant to the review.

CMC to host public sector seminars in Rockhampton — 23.05.2008

Media release about public sector seminars in Rockhampton.

CMC reviews public nuisance offence in Queensland — 23.05.2008

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

How the criminal justice system handles allegations of sexual abuse: A review of the implementation of the recommendations of the Seeking justice report (PDF, 532.9 kB)

Review of the implementation of the recommendations of the 'Seeking justice' report on how the QPS and DPP handle sexual abuse offences.

Facts about Tasers (PDF, 105.8 kB)

How Tasers work and their advantages and disadvantages in law enforcement.

CMC finalises Queensland Police Union investigation — 25.01.2008

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

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.

Inquiry into Indigenous policing — Public forum, Cairns

Audio from the inquiry into indigenous policing forum in mp3 format.

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

Public perceptions of the Queensland public service and local government: findings from the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 740.5 kB)

This report presents findings of the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the Queensland public service and local government.

Former Minister faces charges of assault — 09.08.2007

Logan police officer jailed on perjury and assault charges — 06.08.2007

CMC reviews child protection reform — 24.07.2007

Update on CMC inquiry into policing in Indigenous communities — 28.06.2007

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

CMC statement on Operation Capri — 20.06.2007

Reforming child protection in Queensland: A review of the implementation of recommendations contained in the CMC's Protecting children report (PDF, 326.1 kB)

Review of the implementation of recommendations made in the CMC’s Protecting Children report.

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.

Former Queensland Transport Inspector Convicted — 04.05.2007

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

Sunshine Coast paedophile sentenced — 02.04.2007

Organised crime figures caught trafficking cocaine into Queensland — 06.03.2007

Drug dealer given five-year sentence — 09.02.2007

Queensland Transport employee convicted of fraud — 05.02.2007

Illicit drug use in Queensland: A survey of households 2002–05 (PDF, 548.3 kB)

Report on illicit drug use from data collected between 2002 and 2005 by the Office of Economic and Statistical Research from adults in private households.

Complaint about Mary Valley property valuations — 24.01.2007

CMC profiles Queensland amphetamine market — 15.12.2006

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

Clarifying circumstances regarding alledged assault — 06.12.2006

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

CMC visits Longreach for seminars on misconduct issues — 10.11.2006

Media release about misconduct seminars in Longreach.

Annual Report 2005-06

Our annual report for 2005-06 including links to the full PDF version and sections.

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 visits Charleville for seminars on misconduct issues — 09.10.2006

Media release about misconduct seminars in Charleville.

Actions and reactions at The Prince Charles Hospital: report of a CMC investigation into allegations flowing from the appointment of a nursing director (PDF, 206.9 kB)

Extensive media attention given to the issues involving a long-standing, messy quarrel between high-ranking staff at The Prince Charles Hospital, Brisbane, and embroiled the CMC in sorting out what had happened and who was responsible.

Regulating outcall prostitution: Should legal outcall prostitution services be extended to licensed brothels and independent escort agencies? (PDF, 844.7 kB)

Focuses on whether the five aims of the Prostitution Act, as nominated by the Queensland Government when the Bill was introduced, had been achieved.

A former public servant found guilty of corruption — 05.09.2006

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

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

CMC statement regarding Rockhampton Hospital surgeon — 17.08.2006

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 surveys public perceptions of the Queensland Police Service — 19.07.2006

Media release about CMC survey of public perceptions of police.

Public perceptions of the QPS: findings from the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey (PDF, 780.6 kB)

This report presents findings of the 2005 Public Attitudes Survey relating to the QPS.

CMC makes dealing with official misconduct easier — 03.05.2006

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

Independence, influence and integrity in local government: a CMC inquiry into the 2004 Gold Coast City Council election (PDF, 8.7 MB)

This report presents the findings of the Commission's public inquiry into allegations of official misconduct of some candidates and others during the Gold Coast City Council election in March 2004. It also examines the adequacy of existing legislation in relation to the conduct of local government elections.

Lies to CMC land Gold Coast contractor in jail — 30.03.2006

Media release about the jailing of Dumitru Balan for perjury.

Submissions to our inquiry into the Gold Coast City Council election

Public submissions were sought on whether existing Queensland legislation sufficiently maintained the integrity of the local government electoral process.

CMC investigation into Burnett Shire Council continues — 24.01.2006

Property crime costs Queenslanders tens of millions each year — 16.12.2005

The local government electoral process: discussion paper (PDF, 159.6 kB)

The CMC invited key stakeholders and interested members of the public to comment on the issues raised in this discussion paper and on any other issue relevant to the topic: Does existing Queensland legislation sufficiently maintain the integrity of the local government electoral process?

Should legal outcall prostitution services in Queensland be extended to licensed brothels and/or escort agencies? (PDF, 872.9 kB)

CMC's interim position on the way forward for escort or outcall prositution services in Queensland. Final report released in 2006.

CMC considers allegations of electoral bribery — 25.11.2005

Media release about allegations of electoral bribery.

Annual Report 2004-05 (PDF, 4.8 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2004-05.

OC spray: oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray use by Queensland police (PDF, 4.3 MB)

Oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray is a relatively new use-of-force option for Queensland police. The spray is now used commonly by police to help them deal with volatile situations and aggressive people. This report formally assesses the risks of using OC spray and determines its overall effectiveness.

Police powers and VSM: a review (PDF, 2.8 MB)

This report evaluates new police powers introduced to support a state government initiative to provide people addicted to volatile substances with a safe place to go while under the influence.

Report of an investigation into the appointment of the Queensland Information Commissioner (PDF, 158.0 kB)

In this report the CMC examines the issues raised concerning the circumstances in which Ms Cathi Taylor was appointed Queensland Information Commissioner in February 2005.

Review of the financial management guidelines for the Office of the Speaker (PDF, 632.1 kB)

This report reviews Queensland Government guidelines designed to improve accountability and tighten controls for the financial management of the Office of the Speaker.

Policing domestic violence: report summary (PDF, 465.2 kB)

Summary of the report 'Meeting the challenges' on the issues that confront police dealing with domestic violence.

The discussion paper on whether outcall prostitution services in Queensland should be legalised (PDF, 105.6 kB)

Discussion paper calling for submissions on the legalisation of escort and outcall prostitution services in Queensland.

Palm Island airfare controversy (PDF, 356.9 kB)

A report on the CMC investigation into allegations of official misconduct in respect of travel arrangements authorised by the former Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy.

Regulating prostitution: an evaluation of the Prostitution Act 1999 (Qld) (PDF, 678.5 kB)

CMC review of the Prostitution Act shows that Queensland’s legal prostitution industry is safe, healthy and crime-free, and provides a viable alternative to dangerous illegal brothels. Report recommends some changes to help improve regulation.

Striking a balance: an inquiry into media access to police communications (PDF, 703.5 kB)

Report into media access to police radio systems.

Annual Report 2003-04 (PDF, 4.1 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2003-04.

Managing conflicts of interest in the public sector — guidelines (PDF, 342.5 kB)

Strategies and options for managing conflicts of interest in Australian public sector organisations, developed jointly by the CMC and ICAC.

Crime Bulletin No. 6: Organised crime markets in Queensland: a strategic assessment (PDF, 379.2 kB)

Discussion of the main illicit markets driving organised criminal activity in Queensland. The bulletin focuses on criminal activities that require the support of networks operating like legitimate businesses.

Profiling the Queensland public sector: functions, risks and misconduct resistance strategies (PDF, 623.0 kB)

This report represents the cooperation of 234 Queensland public sector agencies who took the time to participate in the CMC’s Responding to Misconduct survey. The survey was designed to provide the CMC with the sort of information it needs to help build the capacity of Queensland public sector agencies to deal with and prevent misconduct. The information contained in this report should help individual agencies understand themselves better by being able to compare their risks and their prevention strategies with those of other like agencies. By comparing their own responses with the collated information in this report, agencies may be able to identify areas that require further attention.

Listening in: results of a CMC audit of police interview tapes (PDF, 282.1 kB)

This report presents findings from an audit of police interview audio tapes — the second one conducted since 1999 — involving people suspected of having committed indictable offences. This audit has been conducted as part of the Crime and Misconduct Commission’s function of undertaking research into police powers and the use of those powers.

The prosecution of Pauline Hanson and David Ettridge: a report on an inquiry into issues raised in a resolution of Parliament (PDF, 125.6 kB)

Investigation of allegations of unfairness in the proceedings and political interference in the prosecution of Pauline Hanson and David Ettridge.

Protecting children: an inquiry into abuse of children in foster care (PDF, 2.6 MB)

Report of an inquiry into Queensland's foster care system. Recommendations for reform include the call for a new Department of Child Safety dedicated exclusively to protecting the rights of children, particularly those in foster care.

An investigation of matters relating to the conduct of the Hon. Ken Hayward MP (PDF, 376.6 kB)

Investigation into allegations of improper actions regarding transactions between government agencies and business entities; and misuse of parliamentary travel entitlements.

Annual Report 2002-03 (PDF, 5.5 MB)

Full PDF version of our annual report for 2002-03.

Crime Bulletin No. 5: Amphetamine: still Queensland's no. 1 drug threat (PDF, 432.1 kB)

This Crime Bulletin provides a strategic assessment of the illicit amphetamine market in Queensland, based on an analysis of a diverse range of sources including information from law enforcement, government, industry and members of the community.

The Volkers case: examining the conduct of the police and prosecution (PDF, 645.5 kB)

Report of a CMC investigation into whether there was any misconduct in the initial police investigation or in the prosecution’s decision to drop sexual misconduct charges against swimming coach Scott Volkers before he came to trial.

Spending public money: an investigation into how certain government grants and contracts were awarded to a commercial company (PDF, 292.9 kB)

Investigation into alleged favouritism in the awarding of government contracts and grants to a commercial company.

Forensics under the microscope: challenges in providing forensic science services in Queensland (PDF, 246.9 kB)

Investigation into official misconduct in the way a rape case was handled in Queensland in 1999, including the delivery and management of forensic science services.

Crime Bulletin No. 4: The illicit market for ADHD prescription drugs in Queensland (PDF, 75.1 kB)

Assessment of the illicit market for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) prescription drugs.

Monitoring the ethical climate of organisations: a Queensland case study (Research & Issues Paper, No. 2) (PDF, 452.1 kB)

Paper describing a simple survey method developed by the CMC to monitor the ‘ethical climate’ of the QPS and to track changes over time.

Toowoomba Beat Policing Pilot Project: Evaluation report (PDF, 3.4 MB)

In May 1993, the CJC and the QPS established a two-year beat policing pilot project in Toowoomba. This is the main report on the findings of the CJC's evaluation of the pilot project

Telecommunications interception and criminal investigation in Queensland: a report (PDF, 1.5 MB)

This report considers whether the QPS and CJC should have the power to intercept telecommunications in certain prescribed circumstances. Mr Fitzgerald QC, in the Report of the Commission of Inquiry (1989), identified this as one of the issues which should be considered in any comprehensive review of powers relevant to law enforcement in Queensland. He also observed that the CJC was likely to require the power to intercept telecommunications to enable it to discharge its functions effectively.