John Hatzistergos
AustraliapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%John Hatzistergos is a former Australian politician who served as the Attorney-General of New South Wales from 2003 to 2011. He is known for his role in implementing legislation related to emergency powers, particularly during times of civil unrest. Hatzistergos's tenure included the introduction of laws that allowed police to take extraordinary measures during protests, which have been a subject of debate regarding civil liberties and public safety.
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The discovery of Rath’s communication with at least one of the Reformers prompted the ICAC to contact the clerk of the parliament in mid-2024, citing correspondence from the ICAC’s chief commissioner, John Hatzistergos.
NSW Liberal frontbencher Chris Rath investigated over ICAC wiretap tipping off NSW Reformers during Hills Shire Council inquiryAustralia· 2026-07-30
John Hatzistergos is the ICAC Chief Commissioner urging reforms to lobbying rules.
Kellie Sloane’s response to ICAC’s Operation Rosny is puzzling when NSW Liberal Party is strugglingAustralia· 2026-07-29
Chief Commissioner John Hatzistergos indicated that further evidence may be needed from witnesses in the inquiry.
Parramatta Council Pink Ladies went to the ICAC and didn’t return to work. Ratepayers are still footing their salariesAustralia· 2026-07-21
John Hatzistergos is the chief of the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption who believes public hearings could build confidence in the anti-corruption system.
Whistleblowers face distress and uncertainty due to delays and poor communicationAustralia· 2026-06-25
John Hatzistergos is the chief commissioner who asked questions during the inquiry.
Parramatta Council CEO helped edit friend’s resume then hired her, ICAC hearsAustralia· 2026-05-29
Chief Commissioner John Hatzistergos announced the expansion of the investigation into procurement practices.
Sacked transport official’s WhatsApp messages reveal motivationAustralia· 2025-11-21
John Hatzistergos is the ICAC chief commissioner who reminded Mohamed Helmy to cooperate with the inquiry.
ICAC investigation into former Transport for NSW workers sees WhatsApp exchangeAustralia· 2025-11-18
John Hatzistergos is the ICAC chief commissioner who questioned Helmy during the inquiry.
Transport for NSW corruption scandal hears of ‘flood gates opening’ for Ibrahim Helmy’s kickbacksAustralia· 2025-10-23John Hatzistergos is the chief commissioner of the ICAC who has raised concerns about lobbying practices.
How former NSW premier Morris Iemma opens doors for Sydney property developers with Chris Minns’ governmentAustralia· 2025-10-17
John Hatzistergos is the ICAC chief commissioner who questioned Helmy during the inquiry.
Transport for NSW official admits to receiving kickbacks from contractorsAustralia· 2025-10-16
John Hatzistergos is the ICAC chief commissioner presiding over the public inquiry into Transport for NSW staff.
Former Transport for NSW official Ibrahim Helmy on the run after allegedly pocketing $11mAustralia· 2025-07-14
Then-NSW attorney-general John Hatzistergos told parliament the powers were intended to be used only in the most extreme circumstances.
Protestor warned to ‘prepare for worst’ after arrestAustralia· 2025-07-06
