Home Affairs boss Mike Pezzullo sacked

Home Affairs boss Mike Pezzullo sacked

Following covert dealings with lobbyists and secret efforts to influence the Turnbull and Morrison governments, Home Affairs secretary Mike Pezzullo has been sacked.

Home affairs boss sacked following leaked texts

The texts revealed Mike Pezzullo lobbied for his department and pushed his personal views over a five-year period.

Home Affairs boss sacked for conduct breach

Home Affairs boss Michael Pezzullo has been terminated from his role after an inquiry found he had breached the code of conduct

Pezzullo out as home affairs boss after conduct breach

Mike Pezzullo's tenure as home affairs department boss is over after leaked text messages revealed him overstepping the required apolitical mark.

Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo sacked after leaked texts scandal

The Prime Minister has confirmed Mike Pezzullo has been sacked from his role as Home Affairs Secretary. In a statement, Anthony Albanese said the governor-general had terminated the appointment of Mr Pezzullo. "This action was based on a recommendation to me by the Secretary of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Australian Public Service Commissioner, following an independent inquiry by Lynelle Briggs," he said. Mr Pezzu…

Home Affairs boss sacked for conduct breach

Michael Pezzullo has been terminated from his position as Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs after an inquiry found he had breached the public service code of conduct.