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I don't even know where to start explaining what a giant disaster the entire WestConnext project has been for Sydney. There was an enormous amount of controvers

by ajxs 3y ago

I don't even know where to start explaining what a giant disaster the entire WestConnext project has been for Sydney. There was an enormous amount of controversy surrounding the planning of the WestConnext project, with many allegations of corruption made against the state government. One of the most concerning developments was the state government 'amalgamating' the local councils who disagreed to the construction of this monstrosity. Effectively sacking the local mayors who were causing trouble for the developers. After getting this big mess approved, the then state premier Mike Baird resigned to take part in what has become a great Australian political tradition: Resigning from political office amidst corruption allegations to take up executive positions in highly regulated industries.

siquick 3y ago
> After getting this big mess approved, the then state premier Mike Baird resigned to take part in what has become a great Australian political tradition: Resigning from political office amidst corruption allegations to take up executive positions in highly regulated industries. It’s truly embarrassing. Would like to see a ban on them working in private industry for two years after they leave office.
- __d 3y ago
  Then they'd just get a "signing bonus" of two years salary. You cannot easily legislate around this.
  - siquick 3y ago
    That’s fine, private companies can spend their money on what they want. After two years out of government their influence will have somewhat waned.
    - jimmux 3y ago
      It's not about what they can do two years later. The job is a reward for services rendered while in government.