Public Interest Disclosures in NSW (Australia)

Public interest disclosures (PIDs) are reports about wrongdoing in the public sector that service the public interest. They alert oversight agencies to potential misconduct and allow for the investigation and prosecution of serious wrongdoing. In NSW, public sector whistleblowing is regulated under the Public Interest Disclosures Act 2022.

This course comprehensively details the PID regime: outlining the types of wrongdoing that can be disclosed, the personnel authorised to make a disclosure, the types of disclosures that can be made and the whistleblower protections that ensure the effective operation of the regime. Using a combination of scenarios and quiz-based learning, this course ensures that learners are familiar with their statutory obligations and equipped with practical skills necessary for making a disclosure.

A dedicated manager’s module also outlines what to do if you receive a disclosure under the Act, with a rigorous exploration of managerial duties and avenues for referral. Risk management processes and mandatory PID policies are also explored in this module. Ultimately, the course emphasises the core consideration for disclosures: the public interest.

Who is this training for?

This training is designed for public officials as defined in the Act, as generally any employees, contractors or volunteers working for an NSW Government agency.

This also includes statutory officers, MPs and their staff members.

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