Penny Wong (SA, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Climate Change and Water) Share this | Hansard source

Firstly, in relation to whistleblower issues, I understand that my colleague Senator Ludwig has responsibility for those. It is the case, Senator, regardless of what any individual might think about the merit of the matter, that Mr Kessing was found guilty by a court of law of an offence which, I understand, he claims to be innocent of. There are obviously a number of options available to Mr Kessing going ahead. He may appeal his conviction. He may apply for Commonwealth assistance to do so, and he may apply for pardon. Mr Kessing may appeal the court’s finding by special leave to the High Court.