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Former NSW Minister Claims Sacking Linked to Building Commissioner Controversy

20 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

Eleni Petinos, the former New South Wales fair trading minister, testified at a corruption inquiry suggesting her dismissal from Dominic Perrottet's government may have been influenced by her refusal to dismiss the building commissioner, David Chandler. She described efforts by fellow Liberals to persuade her that C…
Petinos claimed her sacking in July 2022, officially attributed to allegations of bullying, was unfair and possibly linked to her stance on Chandler.
The Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) is currently investigating various allegations of misconduct within the New South Wales government, including the treatment of public officials and the influence of political alliances. Petinos's testimony adds a layer of intrigue to the inquiry, suggesting that p…
The unfolding testimony from Eleni Petinos raises significant questions about internal party dynamics and the motivations behind political decisions within the New South Wales government. If her claims are substantiated, it could indicate a troubling pattern of using accusations as a means to eliminate dissenting vo…

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