WA Corruption and Crime Commissioner Michael corboy has removed sections of a controversial report published by his predecessor, John McKechnie, regarding former WA Japanese trade commissioner Craig Peacock. The alterations came just weeks after Corboy officially assumed the role, following a review of both the original CCC report and a subsequent report by the Parliamentary Inspector.
The removed sections concerned the basis of findings against Peacock, though the CCC maintains its opinion that Peacock engaged in serious misconduct. In a letter to Parliament, Commissioner corboy stated, “Having reviewed the reports, I have steadfast that the commission’s report should be amended and corrected.” A CCC spokesperson confirmed the decision followed a thorough review of the documentation.
McKechnie’s original report, published five-and-a-half years ago, sparked debate regarding its findings. Corboy had been acting in the Commissioner role since McKechnie’s retirement at the end of June and was formally appointed to the position two weeks ago.