Dominic Perrottet once again backs under-fire minister Stuart Ayres over the John Barilaro US job scandal, admitting events back home have overshadowed his trade tour of Asia.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet admits he's frustrated by scandals back home overshadowing his trade tour of Asia, as he again backed under-fire minister Stuart Ayres.
Speaking in India, the Premier said he had full confidence in Mr Ayres, adding "you can't take documents in isolation". He said Mr Barilaro won the position on merit, and reiterated he believes it was an appropriate appointment.
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