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Robert Redlich, QC, has said ‘soft’ and ‘grey’ corruption was on the rise in Australian politics, and was undermining trust in Australia’s democracy.

Departures come as Ibac probes classified information leaks and has three outstanding reports with potential political fallout in state election year

The former senator describes himself as a socialist on health, and a conservative on justice. He wants to improve ‘transparency and accountability’ in the state government.

The commissioner of Victoria's integrity agency has called for legislative reforms to prevent court actions from hindering the ...

Opposition upper house leader David Davis is arguing for a funding boost to ensure Victoria’s integrity agencies can complete inquiries before the state election.

Ibac found 41% of files audited contained indicators of bias on behalf of investigators

IBAC commissioner Robert Redlich says the integrity agency should be able to search people it suspects are involved in wrongdoing and seize their mobile phones.

<strong>Analysis:</strong> Scott Morrison rejects ‘kangaroo court’ corruption watchdogs while state opposition is furious about Daniel Andrews’ private interviews

In the election campaign the need for an integrity commission has been a minor issue. Many independent candidates have supported it, but the major parties seem to have concluded that it will not significantly shape the way people vote. Yet given the evidence of a lack of integrity in behaviour by and within governing parties both at Federal and State level, the nature and importance of integrity in the processes of government deserve reflection. By Andrew Hamilton

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese has dodged questions on his plans for a national anti-corruption commission and whether he believes all hearings should only take place in public.