Leader of Australia’s Most Populous State Resigns as Corruption Probe Announced

Leader of Australia’s Most Populous State Resigns as Corruption Probe Announced
New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian speaks during a press conference in Sydney, Australia, on Oct. 1, 2021. Bianca De Marchi - Pool/Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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New South Wales (NSW) Premier Gladys Berejiklian has resigned after the state’s anti-corruption watchdog announced an investigation into her relationship with a former member of Parliament who is suspected of corruption.

“I was advised late yesterday afternoon, the Independent Commission Against Corruption will today, release a public statement in which it stated is investigating allegations made about me concerning matters relating to the former member for Wagga Wagga,” she told reporters on Oct. 1.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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