Public Report to theParliamentary Crime and Corruption CommitteeActivities of the Crime and Corruption Commission for the period 1 April to 30 June 2019
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About this report
This report has been prepared by the Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) for discussion at its public meeting with
the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee (PCCC) on 23 August 2019.
The report covers the period 1 April to 30 June 2019 and includes year‐to‐date statistics for the 2018–19 financial year,
unless otherwise noted.
Some investigations undertaken by the CCC cannot be reported on publicly until they are finalised. Reporting on them
could compromise a current investigation, cause reputational damage to those people under investigation or risk
breaching legislation. Discussing the progress of an investigation also carries with it a risk of identifying people who are
assisting by confidentially providing information to the CCC.
Similarly, it is not possible to include detailed reports on short‐term or recent performance from the CCC’s witness
protection program.
The CCC acknowledges there is a public interest in our business and we need to report publicly to our parliamentary
oversight committee, the PCCC. The information in this report strikes a balance between providing information to the
public and protecting confidential CCC processes.
More general information about our jurisdiction, work areas, roles and responsibilities can be found at
www.ccc.qld.gov.au.
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ContentsAbout this report ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
A message on behalf of the Commission ............................................................................................................................. 4
Year‐to‐date highlights ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
CCC Strategic Plan 2018–22 ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Objective: Reduce the incidence of major crime and corruption in Queensland ........................................................ 7
Objective: Build our organisational capability ............................................................................................................. 7
Agency overview .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Areas of focus 2018–19 ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Illicit markets ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Serious organised crime threats and unresolved major crime ...................................................................................... 11
Corruption involving elected officials, excessive use of force and misuse of confidential information ........................ 13
Reform of the police complaints and discipline system ................................................................................................ 15
Organisational performance .......................................................................................................................................... 16
Key statistics 2018–19 ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
Appendix A Liaison meetings ......................................................................................................................................... 25
Appendix B Media .......................................................................................................................................................... 28
Appendix C External presentations ................................................................................................................................ 30
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CCC Commissioners
Alan MacSporran QC Chairperson
Sydney Williams QC Deputy Chairperson
Marshall Irwin Commissioner
Prof. Anne Tiernan Commissioner
Deborah Holliday Commissioner
A message on behalf of the Commission
I am pleased to present this report to the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Committee on the activities of the Crime
and Corruption Commission (CCC) for the period 1 April to 30 June 2019.
The CCC has been busy finalising its reporting for the 2018‐19 financial year and preparing for the year ahead. The Strategic Plan 2019–23, which is now publicly available, has repositioned our areas of focus to include corruption involving exploitation of public sector resources, and a broader focus on stakeholder engagement and critical organisational capabilities. The new strategic plan also articulates our current strategic opportunities and risks, including keeping ahead of change, actively engaging with our stakeholders, and future‐proofing our workforce.
In April, the CCC commenced its restructure to a service‐led design which will support the development of our critical capabilities. The restructure is expected to be finalised in October 2019 and I would like to thank staff for all their hard work and willingness to embrace change as we transition to a stronger, more responsive organisation.
Since our last meeting there have been a number of significant operational outcomes for the CCC. In April 2019, the CCC charged the suspended mayor and seven councillors of Logan City Council following an investigation known as Operation Front. The operation, which remains an ongoing investigation, is one of the most significant investigations this agency has carried out. It is also a reminder of the importance of having an independent agency dedicated to combatting major crime and public sector corruption for the benefit of all Queenslanders.
Other operational outcomes include an eighth person being charged as a result of Operation Stockade (an investigation into the activities of a Brisbane‐based law firm), a sixteenth person charged as a result of Operation Windage (an investigation into Ipswich City Council), a councillor being charged with corrupt conduct relating to Moreton Bay Regional Council, and an employee of Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council being charged with 24 fraud offences.
I am also pleased to report that Proceeds of Crime outcomes have exceeded their targets for the financial year. Specifically, we restrained $28.249M in assets (against a target of $18.5M), and $13.652M was forfeited to the state (against a target of $7.25M).
Building strong cultures of integrity is the single most significant action public sector leaders can take to address corruption. In June, Ms Jen O’Farrell, our Chief Executive Officer, and I travelled to Adelaide for the annual meeting with the heads of Australia’s integrity and anti‐corruption agencies. This meeting is an important part of the Australian integrity framework and we were able to discuss issues of mutual interest to pursue our common goal of reducing corruption in public sector agencies.
Our commitment to advancing the national reconciliation movement continues as we delivered a number of activities under our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) during the reporting period. To mark National Reconciliation Week, the CCC held an all staff event with guest speaker Professor Bronwyn Fredericks from The University of Queensland, who spoke to the theme, Grounded in Truth, Walk Together with Courage. In June, I visited the remote Indigenous communities of Mapoon and Napranum with our Director of Corruption Operations and Indigenous Advisor. These regional ‘Listening Tours’ continue to provide an invaluable opportunity to hear first‐hand from Indigenous communities about corruption, crime, policing and other law and justice issues.
Finally, the CCC’s Annual Report for 2018‐19 is due to be tabled by the end of September 2019 and will provide a comprehensive report of our performance over the financial year.
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Matters arising from the public meeting of 3 May 2019
No matters requiring separate reporting were raised at this meeting.
A J MacSporran QC
Chairperson
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Year‐to‐date highlights
36 people charged with 126
criminal offences relating to
crime investigations
23 people charged with 192 criminal
offences relating to corruption
investigations
38 proceeds of crime
restraining orders involving
$28.249 M
17 recommendations for disciplinary action
as a result of corruption investigations
relating to 10 people
54 confiscation matters
concluded $13.652 M forfeited
to the state
3,109 complaints of suspected corruption
received
3,381 complaints of suspected corruption
assessed
37 crime investigations finalised
65 corruption investigations finalised
208 days of hearings relating to
crime investigations
36 days of hearings relating to corruption
investigations, including 3 days of public
hearings
Drugs worth $27,745 (est.) seized
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CCC Strategic Plan 2018–22
Objective: Reduce the incidence of major crime and corruption in Queensland
Strategies:
Pursue areas of high threat through research, intelligence, hearings and investigations.
Pursue recovery of proceeds of crime for the benefit of Queenslanders.
Raise awareness of emerging crime and corruption issues.
Provide independent advice to government in order to inform public policy.
Objective: Build our organisational capability
Strategies:
Implement the CCC people and culture strategy which has been designed to foster an inclusive culture that
promotes employee well‐being, collaboration, innovation, and engagement.
Ensure system performance and continuity of information technology services while enhancing and executing plans
to modernise our systems.
2018–19 Areas of focus:
Target participants in criminal organisations that are active in illicit markets of highest threat to Queensland
communities.
Respond to the most serious organised crime threats and advance investigations into unresolved major crime.
Pursue corruption involving elected officials, excessive use of force and misuse of confidential information.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement and monitor a program of reform of the police complaints and
discipline system.
Continue to improve organisational performance through the development of our data analytics capability, the
implementation of an integrated case management system, and by focussing on our workforce through targeted
leadership development programs, workforce mobility, mentoring and talent management.
The CCC’s full strategic plan can be found on our website: www.ccc.qld.gov.au.
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Agency overview
The Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) is an independent statutory body established to reduce the incidence of
major crime and public sector corruption in Queensland, and to provide the state’s witness protection service. It focuses
on major crime that poses the greatest threat to the Queensland community and matters that erode the integrity of its
public institutions.
Our crime jurisdiction enables us to investigate major crime such as drug trafficking, fraud, money laundering and
criminal paedophilia. Our corruption jurisdiction is broad and diverse, including state government departments, public
sector agencies and statutory bodies, the Queensland Police Service (QPS), local governments, government‐owned
corporations, universities, prisons, courts, tribunals and elected officials. The CCC investigates only the most serious or
systemic allegations of corrupt conduct.
The Crime and Corruption Act 2001 sets out our agency’s primary functions, powers and governance structure.
Investigative powers
The CCC’s investigative powers include search, surveillance and seizure powers. Where we conduct joint investigations
with other agencies, we use these powers as well as our expertise in intelligence, financial analysis, forensic computing
and covert investigative techniques.
Coercive hearings
The CCC also has powers to conduct coercive hearings that compel people to attend and give evidence, and to produce
documents and other material. Coercive hearings are held to investigate major crime and allegations of serious
corruption. The CCC can also respond quickly to incidents of terrorism by immediately conducting hearings.
Proceeds of crime
The CCC administers the non‐conviction based civil confiscation scheme contained within Chapter 2 of the Criminal
Proceeds Confiscation Act 2002 (CPCA). Under this scheme, property is liable to be restrained if it belongs to, or is under
the effective control of, someone who is suspected of having engaged in serious criminal activity. Restrained property is
liable to be forfeited to the state unless a person proves, on the balance of probabilities, that it was lawfully acquired.
The CCC also administers the serious drug offender confiscation order scheme contained within Chapter 2A of the CPCA.
This is a conviction‐based scheme dependent upon a person’s conviction of a serious drug offence under the Penalties
and Sentences Act 1992.
Intelligence
Intelligence informs and guides the CCC’s operational and strategic priorities and provides support and direction to the
crime and corruption areas. Our intelligence function enhances law enforcement’s understanding of the criminal
environment in Queensland, increases the CCC’s capability to respond to threats and opportunities posed by high‐risk
crime groups, and enables resource allocation based on assessed levels of threat and harm.
Research
The CCC conducts research to support the proper performance of its functions in areas such as crime, corruption, policing
and the criminal justice system.
Prevention
The CCC has a statutory function to prevent crime and corruption.
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Areas of focus 2018–19 ___________________________________________________________________________
Performance outcomes from 1 April to June 2019 are detailed in the following pages.
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The sale and distribution of illicit drugs remains one of the most pervasive forms of organised crime in Queensland.
Though difficult to quantify, its high cost to Queensland is clear in the toll it takes on individuals, families and
communities, the impost on the state health system and related services, and the increasing pressures on law
enforcement. We are focusing on criminal organisations that are active in these and other high threat markets.
Organised crime operations
Investigations remain ongoing in relation to:
alleged drug trafficking, money laundering, and associated offences by members of a Brisbane and regionally‐
based drugs trafficking syndicate. To date, the investigation has resulted in the arrest of eight people for 22
charges including drug possession exceeding the scheduled weights for the circumstance of aggravation.
a joint QPS/CCC investigation focused on the supply of amphetamines and related drugs into Queensland. The
investigation commenced in March 2019 and, to date, has resulted in the arrest of 11 people for 54 charges, and
the seizure of drugs with an approximate value of $25,000, weapons and stolen vehicles.
Intelligence operations
An ongoing intelligence operation focuses on the current conflict between the Rebels and Bandidos OMCGs in the Logan/Beenleigh area. This is in addition to an already commenced major crime investigation by the CCC into a shooting
incident at the Logan Hyperdome on 4 February 2019 (see below under ‘Organised Crime’).
Intelligence activities
An intelligence assessment examining illicit markets and organised crime activity in Queensland has been completed.
Several intelligence products on emerging methodologies and trends in illicit markets have been completed and
disclosed to partner law enforcement agencies. The findings from this assessment will assist the prioritisation of high
risk matters and aid efficient use of CCC resources to target activity that pose the greatest threat to the Queensland
community.
An intelligence assessment was concluded on two high threat criminal networks alleged to be involved in the
distribution of methylamphetamine and other high risk drugs in Queensland. Intelligence activities on these networks
have been finalised and numerous intelligence products in relation to persons alleged to be involved in criminal activity
have been completed. These products have been disclosed to partner law enforcement agencies to inform current
investigations and future targeting opportunities.
Intelligence enquiries have commenced on a further two high threat criminal networks. These networks are alleged to
be involved in or enabling the distribution of high risk drugs and other organised crime activity in Queensland.
Proceeds of crime recovery
An overview of proceeds of crime outcomes are outlined in Table 1.
Table 1: Illicit markets proceeds of crime outcomes (1 April to 30 June 2019)
Description Number Value
Restraining orders obtained 29 $8.768 M
Forfeitures of property to the state 36 $6.920 M
Area of focus:
Target participants in criminal organisations that are active in illicit markets of highest threat to Queensland communities
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The CCC works in co‐operation with other agencies, in particular the QPS, making optimal use of available resources to
respond to the most serious organised crime threats and achieve better outcomes for serious crimes that are unlikely
to be resolved with powers ordinarily available to police.
Cold cases
Extensive examinations were held as part of a hearing in relation to the disappearance and suspected murder of a
21‐year‐old man at Airlie Beach in 2007. To date, two persons have been charged by police with the man’s murder.
A hearing was also held in relation to the murders of three persons near Mount Isa in 1978. A man was charged with
three counts of murder shortly after these examinations.
Child abuse
A hearing was held in relation to the alleged torture and doing of grievous bodily harm to a three‐month‐old baby girl
on the Gold Coast in early 2019. The investigation is ongoing.
Criminal paedophilia
A hearing was held with a view to obtaining passwords to encrypted devices found to be in the possession of a Brisbane‐based convicted child sex offender who is a Reportable Offender under the Child Protection (Offender Reporting and Offender Prohibition Order) Act 2004. The examination of a witness was successful in identifying further devices containing child abuse material and additional lines of enquiry.
Fraud and Money Laundering
An investigation focused on allegations of serious fraud and money laundering by a principal solicitor of a Brisbane‐
‐based law firm was finalised. The investigation identified evidence in relation to the receipt of cash payments from
criminal clients and a failure to deposit those payments into the firm’s trust accounts as required by law. The
investigation identified evidence that some of the clients of the firm also received significant financial support from
Queensland Legal Aid by providing falsified pay summaries and other documentary evidence to support their grant
applications. The investigation resulted in the arrest of eight people on a total of 20 charges including aggravated fraud,
aggravated money laundering, falsification of records, and breaching bail.
An intelligence operation, which commenced in March 2019, transitioned to a full investigation focused on suspected
money laundering activities by a group of persons based in Queensland exhibiting unexplained wealth.
Organised Crime
Hearings were held to support investigations in relation to:
an incident at the Logan Hyperdome on 4 February 2019 where a meeting between representatives of the
Rebels OMCG and the Bandidos OMCG degenerated to an affray, in the course of which a man was shot in
the leg.
organised criminal activity involving trafficking of drugs, including cocaine and methylamphetamine, on the
part of a criminal syndicate operating in Toowoomba and elsewhere in South East Queensland since 2016.
criminal activity involving burglaries, receiving tainted property and trafficking in weapons committed by a
Gatton‐based syndicate since July 2018. Several witnesses were charged with contempt for refusing to be
sworn or to answer questions during the hearing.
suspected match‐fixing conduct within the thoroughbred horse‐racing industry in Queensland.
Area of focus:
Respond to the most serious organised crime threats and advance investigations into unresolved major crime
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Proceeds of crime recovery
An overview of proceeds of crime outcomes are outlined in Table 2.
Table 2: Other major crime proceeds of crime outcomes (1 April to June 2019)
Description Number Value
Restraining orders obtained 9 $19.480 M
Forfeitures of property to the state 18 $6.732 M
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Elected officials
Elected officials must act with integrity and should exercise judgement that is not motivated or perceived to be
motivated by self‐interest and that puts the interests of the public ahead of their own personal interest. Failure to
demonstrate accountability and transparency in decision‐making can severely erode public confidence in the work of
elected officials.
In the reporting period, the CCC received 64 complaints relating to elected officials. This currently accounts for 8 per
cent of all complaints received.
Allegations against elected officials account for approximately 44 per cent of the CCC’s current investigations. These
investigations relate to local governments throughout Queensland and members of parliament. The most common
allegations being investigated include misappropriation or unauthorised use of resources, misuse of authority and duty
failures.
Significant outcomes during the reporting period include the suspended Logan Mayor and seven current councillors
being charged for their alleged involvement in causing a dishonest detriment to the former CEO. The suspended Mayor
was also charged for allegedly interfering in a recruitment process and commencing a dishonest probation process.
During the reporting period, two new investigations commenced regarding misuse of authority and duty failure.
The CCC referred one matter back to a local council to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC.
The CCC was satisfied with the way 18 investigations reviewed during the period were dealt with.
A summary of outcomes relating to investigations and reviews of elected officials are outlined in Table 3.
Table 3. Summary of outcomes –investigations and reviews1 (1 April to 30 June 2019)
Description Number
Investigations commenced 2
Investigations finalised 5
People charged 9
Criminal charges laid 11
Reviews commenced 18
Reviews finalised 18
Referred back to the UPA as a disciplinary matter or criminal prosecution 0
Referred back to the UPA to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC 1
Prevention recommendations 0
Note: 1. The CCC monitors the way an agency deals with an allegation of corruption by doing one or more of the following:
if the allegation is serious, reviewing the investigation while it is in progress
reviewing the outcomes, once the matter has been finalised.
Excessive use of force
Excessive use of force by a public sector employee against a member of the public constitutes a serious abuse of power.
Allegations of this type are most commonly received about police officers and other officers working in corrections
and youth detention. The CCC continues to investigate and closely monitor allegations of excessive use of force within
the Queensland public sector.
In the reporting period, the CCC received 131 complaints relating to excessive use of force. This currently accounts for
16 per cent of all complaints received.
Area of focus:
Pursue corruption involving elected officials, excessive use of force and misuse of confidential information
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The number of allegations received relating to excessive use of force has decreased by 16% in 2018‐19 when compared
to the same period in 2017‐18. While there is no single explanation for the decrease, the CCC is optimistic about the
influence of its focus of resources in this area.
The CCC referred 18 matters back to QPS, Queensland Corrective Services (QCS), Hospital and Health Services and the
Department of Child Safety, Youth and Women to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC.
The CCC was satisfied with the way 28 investigations reviewed during the period were dealt with.
A summary of outcomes relating to use of force investigations and reviews are outlined in Table 4.
Table 4. Summary of outcomes – investigations and reviews (1 April to June 2019)
Description Number
Investigations commenced 0
Investigations finalised 1
People charged 0
Criminal charges laid 0
Reviews commenced 29
Reviews finalised 28
Referred back to the UPA as a disciplinary matter or criminal prosecution 1
Referred back to the UPA to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC 18
Prevention recommendations 0
Improper release of confidential information
The CCC focuses on misuse of confidential information because the security and privacy of sensitive data is of great
concern to the community, and it is a significant corruption issue facing the Queensland public sector. The CCC deals
with the issue of misuse of confidential information through conducting investigations, reviewing other agency
investigations, audits and the development of guidance material for units of public administration (UPAs).
In the reporting period, the CCC received 163 complaints relating to the misuse of information. This currently accounts
for 20 per cent of all complaints received. The number of allegations received relating to misuse of information have
increased by 28% in 2018‐19 when compared to 2017‐18. Misuse of confidential information continues to be an area
of concern for the CCC and following the results of a recent survey of CCC Liaison Officers, it is also a leading concern
for the public sector. Corruption involving misuse of confidential information will continue to be an area of focus for
the CCC in 2019‐20.
Significant outcomes arising out of the reporting period include a councillor from Moreton Bay Regional Council being
charged with one count of official corruption, contrary to section 87(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. The investigation
remains ongoing.
In the reporting period, 27 matters were referred to departments to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC. The
matters are spread across a variety of sectors including local government, QPS, QCS, Hospital and Health Services and
the Department of Child Safety, Youth and Women.
The CCC was satisfied with the way 52 investigations reviewed during the period were dealt with.
A summary of outcomes relating to improper release of confidential information investigations and reviews are
outlined in Table 5.
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Table 5. Summary of outcomes – investigations and reviews (1 April to June 2019)
Description Number
Investigations commenced 3
Investigations finalised 6
People charged 1
Criminal charges laid 1
Reviews commenced 38
Reviews finalised 52
Referred back to the UPA as a disciplinary matter or criminal prosecution 2
Referred back to the UPA to investigate subject to monitoring by the CCC 27
Prevention recommendations 1
A fair and robust performance management and discipline system is essential for ensuring the ongoing integrity of the
Queensland Police Service, and for ensuring public confidence in the work of police.
Joint Assessment and Moderation Committee
The Joint Assessment and Moderation Committee (JAMC) reviews how serious complaints are triaged and monitored,
and aims to improve the timeliness and consistency in approach when the QPS investigates complaints against its own
officers. The JAMC includes representatives from the CCC and the QPS Ethical Standards Command (ESC).
In the reporting period, the JAMC assessed 27 complaint matters.
Investigation Consultation Process
The Investigation Consultation Process (ICP) is the second tier of the JAMC process. It does not meet on every matter,
instead focussing on matters that are the subject of the CCC’s statutory monitoring function.
Matters can be nominated by either the QPS or the CCC. Topics for discussion may include opportunities for
collaboration between the QPS and the CCC on contemporary investigative methodologies. The QPS can raise issues
that have arisen in the course of an investigation that are contentious or that impact on resources and the CCC can
make clear its expectations regarding investigations and outcomes. The ICP meetings reduce the time delay between
tasking and action, which results in the timely investigation of matters.
In the reporting period, four ICP meetings were held in relation to 14 matters. The ICP considered topics relating to
inappropriate access and disclosure of information from the QPS QPRIME database, breaches of domestic violence
orders (DVOs), misuse of authority and failure of duty.
The CCC is focusing on misuse of information allegations, which often constitute offences under the Criminal Code
and/or under the Police Service Administration Act 1990. An outcome from the JAMC is that there has been an increase
in prosecutions of both sworn and unsworn officers for identified data breaches, and increased knowledge of CCC
expectations amongst the Professional Practice Managers (PPMs) in the regions.
Concerns about breaches of DVOs are being discussed, particularly as the QPS is a supporter of White Ribbon Australia
with a number of its serving members officers ‘white ribbon’ ambassadors for preventing violence against women. The
issue has been recognised by the QPS and changes to policy and procedures are being considered by the QPS Legal and
Policy Unit.
Area of focus:
Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement and monitor a program of reform of the police complaints and discipline system
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Area of focus:
Continue to improve organisational performance through the development of our data analytics capability, the implementation of an integrated case management system, and by focussing on our workforce through targeted leadership development programs, workforce mobility, mentoring and talent management
Data analytics capability – Research and Insights
The CCC continues to develop its data analytics capability. A review of the CCC’s corruption allegations data framework
focused on improving data quality has been completed and corruption allegations trends and areas of high interest
continue to be analysed. This analysis will help inform the CCC’s future focus and vision with respect to corruption.
Implementation of an integrated case management system
Program Unify is a significant body of work that will underpin the CCC’s future state operational activities and ensure
the CCC has alignment and integration across all such activities. This work includes:
developing an agency‐wide operating model, operational framework, governance arrangements and
operations manual, and
introducing a new case management system (CMS) to support investigations and projects, and provide
enhanced workflow tracking capabilities.
The CCC’s new operations manual will consolidate many of the CCC’s policies and procedures related to operational
activity. The operations manual will be strongly linked to functionality available in the new CMS, which is now planned
to go live in mid 2020.
Enhanced Governance, Risk and Compliance
The CCC is also implementing a new Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) system to publish the operations manual
and manage the CCC’s legislative compliance and risk registers. The GRC platform is expected to be operational from
August 2019, and will be continuously improved throughout 2019.
Improving access to CCC services and information
The CCC is implementing a range of initiatives to enhance the user experience of the Queensland community and their access to the services provided by the CCC. The development of the CCC’s new website will provide enhanced functionality and an improved user experience. The new website is scheduled for completion by the end of August 2019.
The CCC continues to develop its social media presence to improve access to information about how the CCC combats major crime and reduces corruption for the benefit of the Queensland community. Members of the public can also subscribe to hear about the CCC’s work or new career opportunities.
Developing our leaders
In May 2019, the CCC launched the Future Leaders Program which is targeted at staff employed at the AO5/PO3 and
above classification level who do not currently have supervisory responsibilities but who aspire to take on a leadership
role as part of their career progression. This program will provide 35 participants with insight into their existing
leadership strengths and development opportunities using the LEAD4QLD tool which has been widely adopted across
the Queensland public sector. These insights will enable the CCC to provide targeted and tailored development
opportunities that address the specific leadership competencies.
Delivering the CCC Reconciliation Action Plan
The CCC continued to implement deliverables identified in its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which was launched in
March 2019. To celebrate National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June 2019), the CCC invited Professor Bronwyn
Fredericks, the Pro‐Vice Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) at the University of Queensland, to address staff at an
internal forum. Professor Fredericks spoke to the theme of “Grounded in Truth, Walk Together with Courage”, and
advocated for long‐term change for improved service delivery.
As part of the CCC’s commitment to regional “listening tours”, the CCC’s Chairperson, the Director of Corruption Operations, and the Indigenous Advisor visited Mapoon and Napranum between 11 and 13 June 2019 to engage with
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traditional owners, Elders and other community members about local issues and their needs in relation to criminal justice and good governance in public office.
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Key statistics 2018–19 ___________________________________________________________________________
Key statistics for the 2018–19 financial year are detailed in the following pages.
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CCC crime and corruption investigations
Table 6. Summary ‐ Crime investigations1
Description Number
Total number of investigations finalised 37
People charged 36
Charges laid 126
Drugs seized (estimated street value) $27,745
Note: 1. Crime investigations include CCC Crime Investigations, Referred Crime Investigations, CCC Intelligence Operations and Immediate
Response Investigations.
Table 7. Summary ‐ CCC corruption investigations
Description Number
Total number of investigations commenced1 50
Total number of Investigations finalised 65
Percentage of investigations completed within 12 months 80%
People charged 23 2
Charges laid 1923
Recommendations for disciplinary action
no. of people
17
10
Prevention recommendations 82
Notes: 1. Number of investigations commenced includes complaints that the CCC assumed responsibility for, but did not necessarily assess during
the period. 2. Includes 5 people who are not members of the QPS or a UPA. 3. Includes 15 charges against people who are not members of the QPS or a UPA.
Table 8. CCC corruption investigations – QPS
Description Number
Number of investigations commenced 9
Number of investigations finalised 9
People charged 1
Charges laid 2
Recommendations for disciplinary action
no. of people
2
1
Prevention recommendations 1
Table 9. CCC corruption investigations – other units of public administration (excluding QPS)
Description Number
Number of investigations commenced 41
Number of investigations finalised 56
People charged 22 1
Charges laid 190 2
Recommendations for disciplinary action
no. of people
15
9
Prevention recommendations 81
Notes: 1. Includes 5 people who are not members of the UPA 2. Includes 15 charges against people who are not members of a UPA.
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Table 10. Duration of current CCC corruption investigations (as at 30 June 2019)
Duration of investigation Number % of total matters
< 6 months 13 27%
6‐12 months 17 35%
> 12 months 18 38%
Total 48 100%
Complaints
Table 11. Complaints received and assessed
Description Number
Total complaints received 3109
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▲0.3%
Total allegations received 8329
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▼6%
% allegations relating to the QPS 46%
% allegations relating to other units of public administration (excluding QPS) 54%
Total complaints assessed 3381
Table 12. Complaints received – QPS1
Description Number
Complaints received 1487
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▼15%
Allegations received 3821
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▼23%
Note: 1. Complaints by Indigenous people comprised 7% of the total complaints made against QPS officers (sworn officers and civilian staff),
which is a small increase compared to 2017‐18.
Table 13. Complaints received – other units of public administration (excluding QPS)
Description Number
Complaints received for public sector1
(including government owned corporations and Members of Parliament)
1183
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▲18%
Allegations received for public sector
(including government owned corporations and Members of Parliament)
3319
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▲18%
Complaints received for local government sector1 439
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▲29%
Allegations received for local government sector 1189
% increase or decrease when compared to 2017‐18 ▲8%
Note: 1. The number of complaints by sector may be higher than total complaints received as one complaint may relate to multiple sectors.
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Graph 1. Total number of complaints received 2016–17 to 2018–191
Note: 1. CCC corruption complaints data is recorded on a live database. Consequently, historical data may not be consistent across different
reporting periods.
Table 14. Outcomes of complaints assessed
Description Number
Retained for CCC investigation 45
Referred to the appropriate agency, subject to the CCC’s monitoring role 335
Referred to the appropriate agency, with no further advice required by the CCC 2239
Requiring no further action 762
Total complaints assessed 3381
Monitoring allegations of corruption referred to other agencies
Table 15. Reviews of referred matters
Description Number
Median days1 to complete a review 21
% increase or decrease when compared to the same period 2017‐18 ▲5%
Final reviews 325
QPS reviews 135
Public sector reviews (including local Government) 190
Interim reviews 743
QPS reviews 235
Public sector reviews (including local Government) 508
Reviewable decisions2 115
Notes: 1. Median days calculated using a 7 day week. 2. A reviewable decision is a decision made by a prescribed police officer in an internal disciplinary process against a prescribed person
(that is, another police officer who is generally referred to as the subject officer) concerning an allegation of police officer misconduct. The term reviewable decision is defined in section 219BA of the Crime and Corruption Act 2001.
245256 252
238
269
243258 259
281261
283264
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun
Complaints received by month
2016‐17
2017‐18
2018‐19
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Oversight of police‐related deaths and significant events
The CCC is informed of all police‐related deaths and significant events involving police. The CCC may elect to attend an
incident where a police officer has shot at someone, regardless of whether there have been injuries or deaths. The
incidents included self‐harm, injuries caused in custody, injuries sustained in traffic incidents including pursuits, police
shootings and a TASER deployment.
Table 16. Summary of police‐related deaths and significant events
Description Number
Police‐related deaths 14
Notifications of significant events Qld Police 56
Proceeds of Crime
Table 17. Proceeds of crime outcomes
Description Number Value
Restraining orders obtained 38 $28.249 M
Forfeitures of property to the state 54 $13.652 M
Settlement negotiations1 35 $10.509 M
Note: 1. ‘Settlement negotiations’ means matters currently under settlement negotiation.
Graph 2. Value of criminal proceeds restrained, 2015–16 to 2018–19
Graph 3. Value of criminal proceeds forfeited, 2015–16 to 2018–19
$19.052 M$21.120 M
$9.712 M
$28.249 M
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
2015/16 2016/17 2017/18 2018/19
Value of restraints ($M)
Target
$10.010 M$8.994 M
$9.454 M
$13.652 M
$0
$5
$10
2015/16 2016/17 2017/18 2018/19
Value of forfeitures ($M)
Target
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Table 18. Matters in progress as at 30 June 2019
Description Number Value
Civil confiscation matters involving restrained property 57 $45.249 M
Matters pending restraint 41 $12.462 M
Table 19. Total restraints and forfeitures (since 2002)
Description Value
Results since 2002
Restraints $273.183 M
Forfeitures $113.658 M
Hearings
Table 20. CCC hearings overview
Description Crime investigation hearings Crime intelligence hearings
Corruption investigation hearings
Hearing days 171 37 36
Witnesses attending 189 31 51
Attendance notices issued 280 57 51
Legal services
Table 21. Queensland and Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) proceedings
Description Number
Review applications filed1 7
Police disciplinary applications before QCAT (reviews and corrupt conduct proceedings) 18
Police disciplinary matters finalised2 8
Ongoing corrupt conduct proceedings 2
Ongoing disciplinary review matters3 8
Appeals before the Appellate Tribunal 3
Notes: 1. ‘Review applications filed’ includes two applications in which the CCC applied to join reviews brought by officers, rather than
commencing a review itself. 2. ‘Police disciplinary matters finalised’ includes one application in which the CCC applied to join reviews brought by officers, rather than
commencing a review itself. 3. ‘Ongoing disciplinary review matters’ includes one application in which the CCC applied to join reviews brought by officers, rather
than commencing a review itself.
Table 22. Other legal proceedings
Description Number
Judicial reviews 1
Section 195 appeals (Court of Appeal) 0
Contempt Applications (Supreme Court) 4
Supreme Court proceeding (other than Contempt) 5
Court of Appeal Matters 3
Police Service Reviews
Commissioners for Police Service Reviews (Review Commissioners) review grievances that police officers may have
about promotions, transfers or disciplinary action. To ensure the transparency and independence of the review
process, Queensland Police Union of Employees representatives have a standing invitation to attend promotion,
transfer and disciplinary review hearings as observers.
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When a review matter progresses to a hearing, the Review Commissioner is empowered to consider the material
presented and prepare written recommendations for the attention of the Commissioner of Police (Commissioner),
who makes the final decision. If a recommendation is not accepted, the Commissioner must provide the Review
Commissioner with a statement of reasons for non‐acceptance.
The CCC provides secretarial support to Review Commissioners. The secretary coordinates review applications and
schedules hearings with Review Commissioners and relevant parties.
Table 23 Outcome of matters as at 30 June 2019
Notes: 1. Of the 18 matters heard:
8 matters were affirmed
9 matters were set aside
1 matter is awaiting the Review Commissioner’s recommendation.
Workforce composition
Table 24 Full‐time equivalents (FTE) as at 30 June 2019
Count of actual FTE Employment type
Permanent Temporary Casual Total
Corporate Services Division 48.25 14.9 ‐ 63.15
Strategy, Innovation and Insights Division 6.5 10 ‐ 16.50
Operations Support Division 53.9 ‐ ‐ 53.9
Office of the Commission 10 ‐ ‐ 10
Legal Services Division 20.59 2 ‐ 22.59
Intelligence Division 36.55 3 2.04 41.59
Crime Division 47.58 6 4.5 58.08
Corruption Division 59.45 16.2 ‐ 75.6
Total sum of staff FTE1 282.82 52.1 6.54 341.46
Notes:
1. Reported data includes staff who are on long‐term leave (e.g. parental leave; ill health leave; secondment to another agency). There were 18 permanent staff members (totalling 4.14 paid FTE) on long‐term leave as at 30 June 2019.
Promotion Transfer Discipline Lateral transfer
Medical retirement
Non‐appointment
Matters lodged in 2018–19 29 2 4 0 0 0
Matters heard1 17 1 0 0 0 0
Matters awaiting hearing 5 0 0 0 0 0
Matters pending
e.g. awaiting papers, QCAT outcome
0 0 2 0 0 0
Matters withdrawn or lapsed, or not within jurisdiction (prior to hearing)
7 1 2 0 0 0
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Appendix A Liaison meetings
On 1 April 2019, Chief Superintendent Cheryl Scanlon APM and I presented at the Queensland Police Service (QPS)
Senior Officer Professional Practice Forum to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) of the Brisbane Region
regarding police disciplinary matters.
On 2 April 2019, I participated in the shortlisting process for the role of Commissioner of the QPS as a member of
the selection panel.
On 3 April 2019, I attended the QPS Controlled Operations Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 4 April 2019, I attended the Transparency International Australia Conference: Tackling Corruption Together
2019 in Melbourne.
On 5 April 2019, Mr Marshall Irwin (Commissioner, CCC) and I attended the Griffith University Event: Integrity
and& Corruption in 2030: What does the future hold?
On 9 April 2019, I met with Chief Superintendent Cameron Harsley APM (District Officer, North Region) and
Assistant Commissioner Clem O’Regan APM (Central Region) of the QPS to discuss matters relating to the QPS
Review Taskforce.
On 9 April 2019, Mr Marshall Irwin (Commissioner, CCC) and I attended the International Society for the Reform
of Criminal Law Conference 2019 Organising Committee meeting as members of the Committee.
On 10 April 2019, I participated in the interview process for shortlisted candidates for the role of Commissioner
of QPS as a member of the selection panel.
On 11 April 2019, I attended the QPS Controlled Operations Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 12 April 2019, I chaired a meeting of the QPS Review Taskforce.
On 15 April 2019, I presented to the University of Queensland TC Beirne School of Law final year law students
regarding professional ethics matters.
On 15 April 2019, I met with the Independent Assessor, the Director‐General of the Department of Local
Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs & Racing, the Integrity Commissioner and the Electoral
Commissioner to discuss stakeholder engagement matters relating to local government elections in 2020.
On 16 April 2019, I attended a candidate assessment briefing meeting hosted by Hudson Recruitment regarding
panel chair obligations as Chair of the selection panel for vacant QPS Assistant Commissioner roles.
On 16 April 2019, I met with Deputy Commissioner Tracy Linford (Strategy, Policy &and Performance, QPS) to
receive a briefing regarding the QPS ‘ATLAS’ Program.
On 16 April 2019, I attended a meeting of the Integrity Committee as a member of the Committee.
On 17 April 2019, I chaired interviews held by the selection panel for vacant QPS Assistant Commissioner roles
with shortlisted candidates.
On 18 April 2019, I met with Chief Superintendent Cameron Harsley APM (District Officer, North Region) and
Assistant Commissioner Brett Schafferius (Community Contact Command) of QPS to discuss matters relating to
the QPS Review Taskforce.
On 18 April 2019, I met with the Honourable Stirling Hinchliffe MP (Minister for Local Government, Minister for
Racing, Local Government & and Minister for Multicultural Affairs) to discuss matters relating to local government.
On 18 April 2019, I held a telephone meeting with the Honourable Mark Ryan MP (Minister for Police and Minister
for Corrective Services) to discuss matters relating to the Police Service Administration (Discipline Reform) and
Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019.
On 24 April 2019, Mr Darren Brookes (Assistant Director, Police Program, CCC) and I attended the QPS/CCC Joint
Assessment and Moderation Committee meeting as members of the Committee.
On 24 April 2019, I presented to the Public Sector Certified Practising Accountants Group on the topic of
Corruption Risks in Local Government.
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On 26 April 2019, I attended the Crime Reference Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 26 April 2019, I hosted a media conference regarding charges arising from the CCC Operation Front.
On 26 April 2019, Mr Paul Alsbury (Senior Executive Officer, Corruption, CCC) and I met with the Honourable
Stirling Hinchliffe MP (Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing, and Minister for Local Government &
Multicultural Affairs) to brief the Minister on the charges resulting from Operation Front.
On 29‐30 April 2019, Chief Superintendent Cheryl Scanlon APM (Executive Director, Operations Support, CCC) and
I presented at the QPS Senior Officer Professional Practice Forums to QPS officers in Mackay and Rockhampton
regarding police disciplinary matters.
On 1 May 2019, Mr Paul Alsbury (Senior Executive Officer, Corruption, CCC) and I met with Mr Michael Byrne QC
(Director of Public Prosecutions, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions) to discuss matters of mutual
interest.
On 1 May 2019, Mr Marshall Irwin (Commissioner, CCC), Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I met
with the Honourable Anthony Whealy QC to discuss matters of mutual interest.
On 2 May 2019, I attended the QPS Controlled Operations Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 2 May 2019, Mr Paul Alsbury (Senior Executive Officer, Corruption, CCC) and I met with a complainant
regarding a complaint.
On 2 May 2019, Mr Marshall Irwin (Commissioner, CCC) and I attended the International Society for the Reform
of Criminal Law Conference 2019 Organising Committee meeting as members of the Committee.
On 9 May 2019, Mr Darren Brookes (Assistant Director, Police Program, CCC) and I attended the QPS/CCC Joint
Assessment and Moderation Committee meeting as members of the Committee.
On 9 May 2019, I participated in a telephone meeting with panel members to discuss arrangements for the
Queensland Law Society Open Day closing plenary session Insights from Senior Legal Practitioners and Regulators
– The Life of a Criminal Law Solicitor as a member of the panel.
On 10 May 2019, Mr Paul Alsbury (Senior Executive Officer, Corruption, CCC), Ms Kylee Rumble (Director, Integrity
Services, CCC), Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I met with the Interim Management Committee
of Ipswich City Council to discuss matters of mutual interest.
On 13‐14 May 2019, Chief Superintendent Cheryl Scanlon APM (Executive Director, Operations Support, CCC) and
I presented at the QPS Senior Officer Professional Practice Forum to QPS officers of the Maryborough and
Sunshine Coast Regions regarding police disciplinary matters.
On 15 May 2019, Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I attended the University of Queensland
Reconciliation Action Plan Artwork launch by invitation.
On 15 May 2019, I held a telephone meeting with Mr Jamie Merrick (Director‐General, Department of
Environment and& Science) regarding a matter of mutual interest.
On 16 May 2019, I participated in the closing plenary panel session at the Queensland Law Society Open Day
Insights from Senior Legal Practitioners and Regulators – The Life of a Criminal Law Solicitor.
On 17 May 2019, I participated in a telephone interview with the Australian Crime Financial Conference organising
committee regarding my forthcoming participation as a speaker at the Conference.
On 28 May 2019, I attended the Crime Reference Committee as a member of the Committee.
On 30 May 2019, I attended the CCC’s NAIDOC Reconciliation Week event attended by various CCC stakeholders
and indigenous community representatives.
On 30 May 2019, I attended the QPS Controlled Operations Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 30 May 2019, I attended the QPS Deputy Commissioners Operational Management meeting by invitation.
On 30 May 2019, I presented at the Queensland Police Union Annual Conference providing the audience with an
update regarding CCC activities.
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On 3 June 2019, Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I attended a dinner hosted by the Independent
Commissioner Against Corruption of South Australia along with the heads of all other Australian anti‐corruption
agencies.
On 4 June 2019, Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I attended the Anti‐Corruption Commissioners
Forum in Adelaide attended by the heads of all other Australian anti‐corruption agencies
On 5 June 2019, I met with Chief Superintendent Cameron Harsley APM (District Officer, North Region, QPS) to
discuss the QPS Review Taskforce report.
On 5 June 2019, I met with Mr Warwick Agnew (Director‐General, Department of Local Government, Racing &and
Multicultural Affairs) to discuss matters of mutual interest.
On 7 June 2019, Ms Sharon Loder (Senior Executive Officer, Crime, CCC) and I met with Ms Rebecca Treston QC
(President, Bar Association of Queensland) to discuss matters of mutual interest.
On 12‐13 June 2019, Mr Geoffrey Binge (Indigenous Advisor, CCC), Mr Mark Reid (Director, Corruption Operations,
CCC) and I visited the remote Indigenous communities of Napranum and Mapoon.
On 17 June 2019, I presided over a closed hearing in relation to CCC Investigation Broadsheet.
On 18 June 2019, Mr Darren Brookes (Acting Director, Integrity Services, CCC) and I met with Ms Cheryl Vardon
(Chief Principal Commissioner, Queensland Family &and Child Commission) regarding systems process reviews.
On 19 June 2019, I presided over a closed hearing.
On 20 June 2019, Mr Darren Brookes (Assistant Director, Police Program, CCC) and I attended the CCC/QPS Joint
Assessment and Moderation Committee meeting as members of the Committee.
On 20 June 2019, I attended the QPS Controlled Operations Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 21 June 2019, I met with Chief Superintendent Cameron Harsley APM (District Officer, North Region), Inspector
Simon James (Legal Division) and Ms Sandra Smith (Manager, Research &and Evaluation) of the QPS to discuss the
QPS Review Taskforce report.
On 24 June 2019, I attended a gathering of Department of Justice and Attorney‐General portfolio office holders in
recognition of the service of Mr Ian Stewart APM’s (former Commissioner, QPS) hosted by the Honourable Yvette
D’Ath MP (Attorney‐General, Minister for Justice and Leader of the House) by invitation.
On 24 June 2019, Ms Jen O’Farrell (Chief Executive Officer, CCC) and I attended the Queensland Health Metro
North Hospital &and Health Service Executive Board meeting where I presented on the topic of Corrupt conduct
trends across government.
On 25 June 2019, I attended the Crime Reference Committee meeting as a member of the Committee.
On 28 June 2019, I met with Chief Superintendent Cameron Harsley APM (District Officer, North Region, QPS) to
discuss the QPS Review Taskforce report.
On 28 June 2019, I held a telephone meeting with a member of the media relating to evidence of corrupt in local
government.
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Appendix B Media
Media releases
29 June 2019 Council employee charged with fraud offences
On 28 June, a 50‐year‐old man from Annandale (Townsville) was charged with 24 fraud offences following an investigation by the CCC.
27 June 2019 Councillor charged with official corruption
On the morning of 27 June, a 42‐year‐old man from Wamuran was charged with one count of official corruption following an investigation by the CCC into allegations of corrupt conduct relating to Moreton Bay Regional Council.
14 June 2019 CCC determines not to investigate allegations of corrupt conduct relating to the Deputy Premier
A complaint from the Leader of the Opposition alleged the Deputy Premier engaged in extortion, an offence defined in section 415 of the Queensland Criminal Code, by demanding mining companies contribute to a Resources Community Infrastructure Fund or face the potential of mining royalties being increased. The CCC determined that the conduct did not raise a reasonable suspicion of corrupt conduct and would not, even if proved, satisfy the elements of a criminal offence including the offence of extortion.
7 June 2019 CCC determines not to investigate Lady Cilento voting due to problematic data
The CCC completed a preliminary investigation which was undertaken to inform its assessment of a complaint relating to the online voting process that sought public feedback on the renaming of Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital. The CCC determined not to investigate this matter any further because it was unlikely evidence to substantiate allegations of corrupt conduct or any criminal offence would be obtained.
30 May 2019 Man charged with fraud and falsification of records – Operation Stockade
A 35‐year‐old Heathwood man was charged on 30 May by the CCC with fraud and falsification of records. The charges resulted from the CCC’s ongoing investigation known as Operation Stockade.
15 May 2019 Privacy Week is a reminder to protect sensitive data
As part of Privacy Awareness Week 2019 the CCC reminded public servants that improper access to sensitive personal data can have serious consequences.
26 April 2019 Operation Front – Press Conference Details
CCC Chairperson Alan MacSporran QC held a press conference on 26 April relating to Operation Front. This media release outlined the details of the press conference.
26 April 2019 Seven Logan councillors and the suspended mayor to be charged today by the CCC
The suspended Logan mayor and seven current councillors were expected to be charged with criminal offences by the CCC following a major corruption investigation into Logan City Council.
18 April 2019 No corrupt conduct identified in Black Swan Lake or Waterglow Development decisions
The CCC determined it was in the public interest to advise it had finalised its investigation relating to the Gold Coast City Council's decisions on the Black Swan Lake and the Waterglow developments. The CCC did not identify any corrupt conduct.
8 April 2019 Victorian man charged with official corruption
A 36‐year‐old Victorian man appeared in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on the morning of 8 April after being charged by the CCC with official corruption.
Media interviews
Nil No media interviews occurred between 1 April and 30 June 2019.
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Media conferences
3 May 2019
CCC Chairperson Alan MacSporran QC held a press conference to discuss items raised at the public PCCC meeting on 3 May 2019.
26 April 2019 CCC Chairperson Alan MacSporran QC held a press conference to discuss the criminal charges relating to councillors from Logan.
CCC social media
30 June 2019 As at 30 June 2019, the CCC had 913 Twitter followers, 1140 Facebook followers and 1058 Facebook page likes.
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Appendix C External presentations
Date Presenter and title Audience Topic
April 2019
01/04/19
Natalie Watson
Senior Financial Investigator, Crime
Queensland Police Service
Child Protection Investigation Unit
Ipswich
Recovering the Proceeds of Crime
Senior Witness Protection Officer Witness Protection
01/04/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson
Queensland Police Service
QPS Senior Officers
Brisbane Region
QPS Professional Practice Forum
02/04/19
Senior Witness Protection Officer
Queensland Police Service
State Crime Command
Police Headquarters
Witness Protection
Michael O’Connor
Principal Lawyer
Legal Services Division
Serious Crime and Intel Hearings
Benjamin Duell
Acting Manager
Proceeds of Crime
Recovering the Proceeds of Crime
09/04/19
Benjamin Duell
Acting Manager
Proceeds of Crime
Queensland Police Service
Roma District
Operational staff
Recovering the Proceeds of Crime
Senior Witness Protection Officer Witness Protection
10/04/19
Benjamin Duell
Acting Manager
Proceeds of Crime
Queensland Police Service
Charleville District
Operational Staff
Recovering the Proceeds of Crime
Senior Witness Protection Officer Witness Protection
12/04/19
David Caughlin
Acting Director
Office of the Senior Executive Officer Corruption
NSW Local Government Internal Auditors Network
Lessons learned from Operation Windage
15/04/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson
The University of Queensland
C Beirne School of Law
Final Year Law Class Students
Professional Ethics
24/04/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson Public Sector CPA Group
Corruption Risks in Local Government
29/04/19
Paul Alsbury
Senior Executive Officer
Corruption
Round table discussion with members of the Energy Queensland Executive Leadership Team, Board, and other employees
Ethical and anti‐corruption issues
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29/04/19
Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson Queensland Police Service
Senior Officers
Mackay Region
CCC‐QPS Engagement Detective Chief Superintendent
Cheryl Scanlon
Executive Director
Operations Support
30/04/19
Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson Queensland Police Service
Senior Officers
Rockhampton Region
CCC‐QPS Engagement Detective Chief Superintendent
Cheryl Scanlon
Executive Director
Operations Support
May 2019
07/05/19
David Caughlin
Acting Director
Office of the Senior Executive Officer Corruption
Corruption Prevention Practitioners Forum
ICAC South Australia
Representatives from National integrity agencies
Topics discussed
– How to identify the unknown unknowns
– The reforms to the police disciplinary system
13/05/19
Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson Queensland Police Service
Senior Officers
Maryborough Region
CCC‐QPS Engagement Detective Chief Superintendent
Cheryl Scanlon
Executive Director
Operations Support
14/05/19
Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson Queensland Police Service
Senior Officers
Central Region ‐ Sunshine Coast
CCC‐QPS Engagement Detective Chief Superintendent
Cheryl Scanlon
Executive Director
Operations Support
16/05/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson
Queensland Law Society Open Day
Insights from Senior Legal Practitioners and Regulators – The Life of a Criminal Law Solicitor
16/05/19
Benjamin Duell
Acting Manager
Proceeds of Crime Queensland Police Service
Financial Crime Investigation Course
Oxley Police Academy
Recovering the Proceeds of Crime
Michael O’Connor
Principal Lawyer
Legal Services Division
Crime Hearings
30/05/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson
Queensland Police Union Annual Conference
CCC Activity Update
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June 2019
12/06/19
Darren Brookes
Acting Director
Integrity Services
Corruption
Delegation of Police Officers
Hong Kong The role of Integrity Services
20/06/19
Michael O’Connor
Principal Lawyer
Legal Services Division
Queensland Police Service Headquarters Roma Street
Homicide Investigation Course
Crime Hearings
24/06/19 Alan MacSporran QC
Chairperson
Queensland Health Metro North Hospital & Health Service Board members
Corrupt conduct trends across Government
26/06/19 Detective Sergeant Andrew Francis
Corruption Operations
Queensland Police Service
Recruits
Oxley Police Academy
Overview of CCC functions, ethical standards and integrity
Contact details More information
Crime and Corruption Commission GPO Box 3123, Brisbane QLD 4001
www.ccc.qld.gov.au
Level 2, North Tower Green Square 515 St Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
@CCC_QLD
07 3360 6060 or Toll‐free 1800 061 611 (in Queensland outside Brisbane) 07 3360 6333
CrimeandCorruptionCommission
CCC email updates www.ccc.qld.gov.au/subscribe
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