Civil society orgs. unite for democracy
Here is our joint statement: 16 April 2026 Dear Premier, Leader of the Opposition, Party Leaders, and Independent MPs, Re: Commit to Donations Transparency Amidst Electoral Law Void We represent civil society organisations committed to the protection and strengthening...
High Court finds political donation caps unconstitutional
The High Court decision will force political parties to come up with fairer solutions to issues of campaign financing, however, unless electors are vigilant, some of the deeper-seated problems may not be dealt with. The Victorian Government must now introduce...
FORMER IBAC COMMISSIONER ROBERT REDLICH KC CHAIRS ACCOUNTABILITY ROUND TABLE
The Accountability Round Table (ART) has appointed existing Board member Robert Redlich AM KC as Chair, following a meeting of the Board held on 23 March 2026. The appointment follows the resignation from the Board of Chair, Sophie Torney, who announced on 21 March...
Vic anti corruption watchdog left toothless
The Victorian Parliament voted down reforms that would allow the state’s anti-corruption watchdog, IBAC, to ‘follow the dollar’ in the construction industry and investigate corruption by private contractors and third parties in dealing with public...
CFMEU scandal shows IBAC powers must ‘follow the money’
The Accountability Round Table and one of its Directors, Robert Redlich KC, is calling for urgent reform to Victoria's integrity legislation. The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission needs the powers to 'follow the money' and investigate grey corruption...
ART awards for 47th Parliament
Independent members of Federal Parliament, and their commitment to integrity and accountability, have been recognised in the awards made by the Accountability Round Table. The awards honour the late Senator John Button, for outstanding commitment by a Minister...
ART Backs IBAC Commissioner criticisms of her legislation
Victoria needs stronger integrity powers now! The Accountability Round Table has backed the IBAC Commissioner’s call for stronger powers, warning that Victoria’s integrity system is failing to keep pace with the reality of modern public decision making. ART Chair...
John Hewson says sack the NACC
ART Board member and Former Liberal leader, John Hewson says after two years the National Anti-Corruption Commission has failed in its mission to properly investigate allegations of systemic corruption. Hewson takes issue with the lack of action over things like...
Whistleblower Protection Authority Bill Inquiry
This ART submission addresses the issue of what should be the remit of a new Whistleblower Protection Authority.
The Bill in question is a private members Bill put forward by David Pocock and Jacqui Lambie. Our submission addresses strengths and shortcomings of that Bill
A post-election review of accountability
The Albanese Government signed off on a code of conduct for ministers in 2022 saying it was committed to integrity, honesty and accountability and would act in a manner consistent with the highest ethical standards. It would also have due regard for...