Kim Carr (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research) Share this | Hansard source

The answer to the honourable senator's question is as follows:

(1) The inquiry was informal.

(2) No.

(3) A review of files and correspondence associated with Mr Wilkshire's case was conducted.

(4) The Director-General discussed the matter with the officers involved.

(5) The Director-General's information came from correspondence from Mr Wilkshire, the hearings decisions and material associated with the case.

(6) The Director-General informed Mr Wilkshire of his findings via correspondence.

(7) The Minister became aware of the review when responding to correspondence from Dr Kelly on behalf of Mr Wilkshire.