Lockhart River allegations: A CMC report on an investigation into allegations of official misconduct arising from the presence of alcohol on the Queensland Government aircraft at the Lockhart River airport
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- 18 pages
Summary
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The Crime and Misconduct Commission investigated whether events surrounding wine found on a government aircraft at Lockhart River airport involved official misconduct.
The CMC found no evidence supporting the allegations against the Premier, minister and director-general.
It agreed with the Police Commissioner that possession of the wine on the aircraft did not constitute an offence under the Liquor Act.
The CMC recommended no disciplinary action against officers and considered further official attention unnecessary.
In the body's own words
- Finding
The CMC has found no evidence to support the allegations against the Premier, the minister and the director-general.
- Conclusion
The Commission does not believe that further official attention to this whole issue is warranted.
Findings and recommendations
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Published responses
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