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Paul Brereton, head of Australia’s National Anti-Corruption Commission, is stepping down two years early amid mounting controversy and plummeting public trust. His resignation comes just before a Senate hearing he only attended under pressure, revealing deep fractures in the agency’s credibility. Questions swirl over his past consulting work with the defense force and his role in the robodebt scandal — his involvement in that case led to a reversal of the Nacc’s initial decision not to investigate. Brereton admits staff are paralyzed by fear of reprisals, yet insists the commission remains active, with 34 investigations underway, including high-profile cases involving politicians and contracts. His terse, dismissive demeanor during the hearing further eroded confidence. Now, the government is calling for a full reset — demanding greater transparency, public hearings, and stronger parliamentary oversight to restore faith in the nation’s anti-corruption watchdog.

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