The anti-corruption watchdog's investigation into three former Sydney councillors begins with shocking confessions by Vincenzo Badalati about receiving $170,000 from a Chinese developer in exchange for his support of two major development proposals.
A former Sydney councillor has told the anti-corruption watchdog he accepted bribes of $170,000 from a Chinese developer in exchange for his support of two major development proposals.
They are alleged to have accepted benefits for helping Chinese developers get planning proposals approved for two major developments in Hurstville — the $29 million Treacy Street project and the Landmark Square development . "He [Mr Uy] got a bag out and handed it to me and said 'thank you for your help on Treacy Street'," Mr Badalati told the inquiry.
The money was intended to guarantee the councillors' favourable vote on the Landmark Square development."He said 'thank you for your assistance on Landmark'.Con Hindi is one of the former councillors facing an ICAC investigation. The former councillor was also shown several pieces of evidence which showed how frequently he flew to Hong Kong and mainland China to attend meetings, dinners and on one occasion a karaoke night with the three developers.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
More hydrogen refuelling stations for Melbourne and SydneyAustralia is hoping to dominate the global export of hydrogen and scores of companies are making plans to ready for expansion of the fuel source.
Read more »
Council takes owner of gutted Sydney boarding house to court over concerns for safety of passersbyNewtown property where three died in a fire is listed for sale but Inner West council says Albert Wong did not make it safe for public
Read more »
Sydney chef and founder of iconic burger joint dies suddenlyKerby Craig worked at Michelin star restaurants, earned multiple hats and was behind iconic Sydney burger joint Ume.
Read more »
Man brutally assaulted during Sydney home invasion live-streamed on TikTokThe brutal home invasion in Sydney's west was inadvertently watched by hundreds of people. 9News
Read more »
Rebel Wilson responds to claims she was 'outed' by The Sydney Morning HeraldActress Rebel Wilson has responded to claims that she revealed her relationship with a woman because an Australian newspaper was going to 'out' her.
Read more »
Heavy surf warning for Sydney as strong winds ease offHeavy surf conditions will continue today and tomorrow, with waves of up to five metres lashing Sydney’s beaches on Sunday.
Read more »