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Charles Perrottet tells ICAC he ‘made up’ updates for developer but denies lying to watchdog

Brother of former NSW premier among three Liberal figures alleged to have anticipated $2m in prohibited donations

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Charles Perrottet, brother of former New South Wales premier Dominic Perrottet, has told the state’s anti-corruption watchdog that he would lie to a property developer about delivering political outcomes “to keep him on side”, while denying that he lied to the commission itself.

Appearing before the Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) on Monday, Charles Perrottet said he “made up” updates for property developer Jean Nassif. He is one of three Liberal figures alleged to have anticipated receiving $2m in prohibited political donations from Nassif.

Counsel assisting the commission, Peggy Dwyer SC, pressed Perrottet over his credibility, telling him the key to lying is “you have to be really good at remembering it”. Dwyer claimed Perrottet was not truthful and was “constructing evidence”.

Perrottet disagreed with the characterisation and denied lying to Icac. The hearing continues.

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Analysis

Why This Matters

  • The ICAC inquiry goes to the integrity of political donations in NSW, with allegations of prohibited $2m donations linked to a major property developer.
  • Charles Perrottet is the brother of a former premier, giving the case significant political sensitivity.
  • The outcome could affect public confidence in the state’s political donation laws and the Liberal Party.

Background

Icac is New South Wales’s independent anti-corruption watchdog, tasked with investigating serious corruption in the state’s public sector and politics. The commission has previously examined political donations and their potential influence on planning and development decisions. This hearing is part of an ongoing inquiry into allegations involving Liberal figures and donations from Jean Nassif.

Key Perspectives

Charles Perrottet: He admits to telling the developer what he wanted to hear but insists he did not lie to Icac, disputing claims that he was constructing evidence. Peggy Dwyer SC (counsel assisting): Argues Perrottet has been untruthful and unreliable, suggesting his account is being fabricated. Critics/Skeptics: The allegations of anticipated prohibited donations raise broader concerns about whether political donors can expect favourable outcomes.

What to Watch

  • Whether Icac finds the alleged $2m donations were prohibited and whether Perrottet’s evidence is accepted.
  • Any further testimony from the other Liberal figures alleged to be involved.
  • The commission’s final findings and any referrals for prosecution.

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