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Simplified reporting obligations for public officers

Posted on Oct 26 2021 by admin

The statutory responsibilities of the State’s key public integrity agencies – the (ICAC), the (OPI) and – were recently changed by the South Australian Parliament.

Foreign engagement activities – collaborating within the national interest

Posted on Feb 17 2021 by admin

Over recent decades, Australia’s economy and the higher education sector have benefited from an expansion in global engagement opportunities. With increasing connectivity through travel and technology, international student numbers grew and collaborative research projects thrived.

Everything you need to know to be a good Public Officer

Posted on Jul 22 2020 by admin

If you are reading this, you probably have an obligation under the Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 to report certain types of activities or conduct to the Office for Public Integrity.

Anti-corruption challenges – could you spot a trusted insider?

Posted on Jul 11 2019 by admin

Most of us have played variations of “spot the difference” – like the classic game of Where’s Wally? Identifying a concealed difference amongst a group of people you know and trust can be much more challenging. In some cases, not understanding this challenge in the workplace can have devastating consequences for you and your colleagues.

Connecting the dots – Should declared interests be registered under the Commonwealth’s Foreign Influence Transparency Scheme?

Posted on Mar 20 2019 by admin

With the commencement of another Planning Development and Review cycle supervisors may receive declarations by staff of conflicts of interest, or become aware of someone seeking to exert undue influence over staff members’ activities.

International Anti-Corruption Day reminder: If you see it, report it!

Posted on Dec 11 2018 by admin

Last Sunday - 9 December 2018 - was .

Commencement of Foreign Influence Transparency Scheme

Posted on Nov 28 2018 by admin

The introduces a new registration requirement for anyone acting on behalf of a foreign entity where the intended purpose is to influence political outcomes. The Scheme commences on Monday, 10 December 2018.

ICAC hones in on private email accounts - again

Posted on Nov 21 2018 by admin

Editor’s Note: SA integrity laws were amended in October 2021, which has changed reporting obligations for Public Officers.

From undue influence to foreign interference - some integrity obligations you should know not to ignore

Posted on Oct 10 2018 by admin

In the day to day pursuit of University objectives, there are some obligations that may be more difficult to recognise and will require additional vigilance before the right decision can be made. This is because the right decision requires due consideration of broader legal and ethical contexts and awareness of the various (maybe competing) interests of those involved.

ICAC obligations for contractors too

Posted on Jun 7 2017 by admin

Did you know that it’s not just University staff who are public officers? Contractors to the University are public officers too, and as such have the same responsibilities and obligations under the .

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