An inquiry into corruption at the City of Casey hears text messages were sent to two councillors by staff of developer John Woodman, telling them what to do to promote his interests during council meetings.
A property developer's consultant directed City of Casey councillors on how to vote on planning decisions by sending live text messages during council meetings, a corruption inquiry has heard.Councillor Geoff Ablett said he regretted receiving texts from developer John Woodman's staffThe hearing was told Mr Ablett bragged about forcing Casey CEO Mike Tyler to resign
"Read out the highlighted bits," Ms Schutz told both councillors in a text message sent during the meeting where the upgrades were first discussed. "Do you not see here this is the most flagrant abuse of the conflict situation you are in?" IBAC commissioner Robert Redlich QC said."For the overall safety benefits of Hall Road," Cr Ablett said.Former roads minister pulled into inquiry
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