An AFP-led joint agency investigation named Operation Panton Hill – involving the National Anti-Corruption Commission and Department of Defence – began in March 2025, after the AFP received a report of crime from the Department of Defence. It concerned irregularities identified through an internal investigation in relation to the awarding of contracts by Defence with Continue reading
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September 2025 Update
Posted on September 17, 2025
This month, we bring you important updates and resources designed to help your business navigate the complex anti-bribery landscape. Read our 2025 September Bulletin to stay up to date with news and resources in September. Get updates straight to your inbox by subscribing here September Update – Bribery Prevention Network Find legal outcomes, key resources and upcoming Continue reading
AUSTRAC table new Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Rules 2025 (the Rules) in Parliament
Posted on August 31, 2025
On 29 August 2025 AUSTRAC tabled the new Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Rules 2025 (the Rules) in Parliament. This follows a 2 stage public consultation process on the new Rules. You can find the new Rules on the Federal Register of Legislation. You can also find an Explanatory Statement to help you: The new Rules The new Rules provide Continue reading
TerraCom to pay $7.5 million after ASIC whistleblower action
Posted on August 28, 2025
“TerraCom Limited (TerraCom) will pay a penalty of $7.5 million for whistleblower victimisation, following Federal Court proceedings brought by ASIC. This is ASIC’s first enforcement outcome for contraventions of whistleblower provisions. ASIC’s case concerned two ASX announcements made by TerraCom on 14 February 2020 and 3 April 2020, and an open letter it published to Continue reading
NACC secures conviction of corrupt airport official
Posted on July 29, 2025
The former Executive Procurement Manager at Western Sydney Airport has been sentenced for soliciting a bribe of approximately $200,000 during a contract procurement process. Sajish Erasery was convicted of soliciting a corrupt commission contrary to section 249B of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW), following an earlier guilty plea. He was sentenced to a 2-year term of imprisonment, Continue reading
Support the Bribery Prevention Network in 2026 – 2027
Posted on July 9, 2025
The Bribery Prevention Network is seeking Expressions of interest from organisations that are committed to building a culture of integrity and transparency in Australian business. Becoming a Contributor Organisation reflects your organisation’s leadership, values, and commitment to a business environment where bribery has no place. This is an opportunity to be a part of a Continue reading
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