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The Latest Breaking News from Andrew Barr

Inquiry decided against media adviser before leaking controversy

The board of inquiry advertised a position but never filled it.

The Canberra Times

ACT attorney general fears scrutiny of Lehrmann case has had ‘chilling effect’ on potential rape complaints

Shane Rattenbury concerned low rates of reporting of sexual assault allegations in ACT largely unaddressed after Sofronoff inquiry

The Guardian - AU

Sofronoff cancels 'presumption of innocence' speech, cites 'issues' with ACT govt

Mr Sofronoff was set to appear at an event hosted by a reporter from The Australian.

The Canberra Times

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Outgoing DPP Drumgold should face more than 'preliminary' review: Elizabeth Lee

A more in-depth review would 'go a long way to restoring public confidence'.

The Canberra Times

Lehrmann case shouldn’t shake faith in justice system, police union says

Association chief urges community to come forward with complaints as fallout from Sofronoff inquiry into ACT prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann continues

The Guardian - AU

Walter Sofronoff cancels Queensland Media Club event discussing ‘presumption of innocence’

Head of ACT inquiry was scheduled to front ‘Politics, journalism and social media v The presumption of innocence’ event alongside News Corp journalist

The Guardian - AU

Findings will patch pressure cracks in ACT justice system: Rattenbury

'In the sober light of day, I think a lot of people will take a lot from this report.'

The Canberra Times

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The Sofronoff inquiry was meant to restore faith in the justice system. It has done anything but

Public is now asked to believe flaws exposed by Lehrmann case can be remedied by report whose author had ‘lapse in judgment’

The Guardian - AU

'Case like no other': Rattenbury confident in criminal justice system

He says Canberrans should not be discouraged from coming forward.

The Canberra Times

ACT chief minister accuses Walter Sofronoff of breaching ‘good faith’ by speaking to journalists during Lehrmann inquiry

Andrew Barr accuses head of inquiry of a ‘lapse of judgment’ and raises prospect of prosecution over leaks

The Guardian - AU

'What a coincidence!': Barr fizzes with frustration at media over inquiry leaks

Andrew Barr's careful language masked a frustration bordering on fury at the media.

The Canberra Times

Sofronoff could face Integrity Commission over board of inquiry leaks

The chairman also briefed journalists on forthcoming public hearings.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt supports all recommendations from board of inquiry

But the ACT is seeking advice on whether Walter Sofronoff breached the Inquiries Act.

The Canberra Times

'Masking' effect over ACT crime rates revealed in review

Despite its recent corporate disgrace, a PwC review has delivered a clear direction to ACT police.

The Canberra Times

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The Guardian - AU

Head of inquiry into Lehrmann prosecution gave report to selected journalists before ACT chief minister

ACT says it remains ‘extremely disappointed’ Walter Sofronoff released report to media outlets

The Canberra Times

'A great idea': NCA, ACT government weigh into Parkes Way tunnel vision

The government is investigating options to upgrade Parkes Way.

The Canberra Times

Don't let me down: Why Paul McCartney snubbed Canberra

The Beatles legend is the latest to skip Canberra, but is the end in sight?

The Canberra Times

ACT gas network may become unviable before 2045 shut-off date

The ACT expects steep gas price rises as fewer customers rely on the network in the 2030s.

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Procurement needs to change after 'disappointing' $76m HR project: Barr

The Chief Minister said it made sense to strengthen the procurement board.

The Canberra Times

Barr not concerned about leaks while cabinet considers Sofronoff findings

'We need more than seven hours to consider it,' Andrew Barr said.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt's 'pathway to electrification' open for community consultation

It will guide the government in their transition away from fossil fuels by 2045.

The Guardian - AU

Brittany Higgins says continued leaking of her texts are a ‘public violation’ and ‘humiliation’

Private messages from former staffer’s phone have been published by at least three media outlets since last December, lawyers for Higgins claim

The Canberra Times

Lehrmann report to go through 'cabinet process' before release

Andrew Barr intends to table it in the Legislative Assembly in late August.

The Canberra Times

ACT Greens release bill for two-year rent freeze in capital

The Chief Minister has already weighed in with his view.

The Canberra Times

How will the ACT govt create an extra 35,000 jobs by 2030?

Businesses need more subsidies, industry-wide cooperation and promotion.

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