Damning review of governor general’s office hears claims of bullying, dysfunction and a culture of fear

<p>Review commissioned by government questions diversity and ‘capabilities’ of staff<strong> </strong>as<strong> </strong>Office of the Official Secretary to the Governor-General agrees with all recommendations</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2025/aug/29/australia-news-live-porepunkah-shooting-dezi-freeman-manhunt-police-latest-updates-ntwnfb">Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates</a></p></li><li><p>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl">daily news podcast</a></p></li></ul><p>A damning review into the governor general’s office has heard historic allegations of bullying and harassment, “inappropriate sharing of personal information” and staff reluctant to complain for fear of reprisal.</p><p>The independent review, from respected former public servant Vivienne Thom, made scathing findings about alleged<em><strong> </strong></em>dysfunction within the office, said its lack of diversity did not reflect the nation, and recommended an “external intervention” to overhaul the office.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/aug/29/governor-general-office-review-claims-bullying-dysfunction-culture-of-fear-ntwnfb">Continue reading...</a>

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