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Tony Burke Confirms Public Access to Ex-ASIO Agent's Bondi Royal Commission Testimony

WHY IT MATTERS

Public access to the testimony ensures transparency in the royal commission’s investigation and allows citizens to hold former intelligence officials accountable.

What happened

In his first public statement on the matter, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that the testimony of a former Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) agent, which is part of the Bondi royal commission, will be available to the public. The confirmation comes amid growing scrutiny of the commission’s proceedings and the role of former intelligence personnel. Burke’s remarks clarify that the evidence will be accessible, allowing stakeholders and the public to review the agent’s statements. This development marks a step toward transparency in the commission’s inquiry.

PRIMARY SOURCES

Tony Burke breaks silence on ex-ASIO agent's Bondi royal commission testimony

ABC News Australia · Tom Lowrey · Discovery only; ABC copyright terms apply

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