NSW Premier Refuses to Sack Minister Embroiled in Taxpayer-Funded Driver Controversy
2025-02-03
9News.com.au
The NSW premier has thrown support behind a minister accused of misusing a taxpayer-funded driver to attend a winery lunch in the Hunter Valley. As allegations of additional trips surface, the premier's decision sparks controversy. With the opposition calling for greater transparency, the government faces scrutiny over its handling of the scandal. The controversy raises questions about accountability and the use of public funds, sparking a wider debate about government transparency and ministerial responsibility in Australia.