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25 May 2026
Paul Brereton, Australia’s first National Anti-Corruption Commissioner, is stepping down on July 6 after three years, citing relentless personal scrutiny that’s undermined the commission’s core mission. His resignation comes as a second independent review nears completion, with the Attorney-General’s Department already reviewing its draft. Brereton’s tenure has been shadowed by controversy — including a legal misstep in the robodebt probe and his leadership of the Afghanistan war crimes inquiry. An internal investigation into his ties to the Defence watchdog is ongoing, though Brereton insists he’s done nothing wrong. While the Attorney-General praised his foundational work, Senator David Pocock welcomed the move, calling for greater accountability. A merit-based search for his replacement is now underway. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c1d96106964ff6a7
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