A “mystery party” has started legal action to prevent Victoria’s corruption watchdog from releasing a report involving former Premier Daniel Andrews and the United Firefighters Union. The cases, reported by multiple outlets, argue that the watchdog should not publish its findings while the matter is before the courts. The report is understood to focus on dealings between Andrews and the union, and the watchdog’s decision to prepare or issue the report has prompted the challenge. The sources agree that the applicant’s identity has not been publicly detailed in the reporting, and that the action is specifically aimed at stopping the release of the report rather than contesting the underlying allegations in open court at this stage. The outcomes of the legal proceedings, including whether the watchdog is restrained from publishing or whether the report will be released, depend on the court process.