A former public servant is charged over an alleged scheme involving GST refunds worth more than $1.3 million, according to tax authorities reported by both outlets. The charging follows allegations that the person attempted to defraud the GST system through claims for refunds. Both sources say the tax office issued a warning in connection with the matter, using the message that tax fraud has “nowhere to hide.” The reports present the case as part of broader enforcement activity against tax fraud, while focusing on the alleged conduct relating to GST refund payments. Neither outlet provides additional procedural details such as the number of charges, specific offences, or the timeline of the alleged behaviour in the excerpts provided. The information available across the two sources is that the suspect is a former public servant, the allegations relate to GST refund fraud, and the total figure mentioned for the alleged attempted loss is more than $1.3 million. The reports do not indicate an outcome in court at this stage.