External investigators
Engaging external investigators
The University of Newcastle engages external investigators from time to time to investigate whistleblower reports and allegations of serious wrongdoing. Under the Public Interest Disclosures Act 2022 (NSW), the University is required to publish the details of all external investigators it has engaged to investigate those reports and allegations that are classified as “voluntary public interest disclosures”. This detail can be found below.
In 2024 the University has engaged the following external investigators to investigate matters raised in voluntary public interest disclosures:
O’Connor Marsden & Associates Pty Limited, ACN 135 783 792 (OCM)
KPMG, ABN: 51 194 660 183
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.