The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) public inquiry hears evidence connected to Parramatta Council’s planned restructure. Multiple reports say the case includes testimony from Justin Mulder, a former chief of staff at the council, who describes decisions he made around his departure from the organisation.
According to the reports, Mulder told ICAC he took a redundancy, including a payout. He says the decision was linked to his concern that he might be disparaged. The evidence discussed in court centres on allegations that a group of senior staff—referred to in reporting as “Pink Ladies”—talked about aspects of the council restructure while together on holiday.
The outlets report that the ICAC inquiry is examining the conduct and communications of council figures in relation to the restructure process. The reports also reflect that Mulder’s account is part of the commission’s broader assessment of how discussions occurred and what implications they may have for decision-making within the council.
