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Whistleblower information

The Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001 commenced operation on 1 January 2002.

The purpose of the Act is to encourage and facilitate the making of disclosures of improper conduct by public officers and public bodies.

The Act provides protection to whistleblowers who make disclosures in accordance with the Act, and establishes a system for the matters disclosed to be investigated and rectifying action to be taken.

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Further information

Whistleblower procedures

Whistleblower checklist

Whistleblowers Protection Act 2001