Scott Morrison

PM releases solicitor-general’s advice on Scott Morrison appointments

The solicitor-general said that under section 64 of the constitution, Morrison appointing himself without disclosing it was valid. Source: Nathan Hale, Flickr. The government’s top lawyer found Scott Morrison’s secret ministry appointments legal but “fundamentally undermined” government principles. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese released the advice he received on the legality of his predecessor’s actions after…

Scams

ACCC issues warning over “Hi mum” scam texts

“Unfortunately, these unscrupulous scammers are targeting women and older Australians, with 82 per cent of family impersonation scams reported by people over the age of 55, accounting for 95 per cent of all reported losses,” Ms Rickard said. The ACCC’s Scamwatch has issued an official warning after there’s been a substantial rise in the amount…