The Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) has commenced hearings into allegations involving the New South Wales Liberal party, focusing on a group of young conservatives known as the 'Reformers.' This faction, supported by senior politicians, aimed to shift the party further to the right and recruit a significant number of Christian conservatives to gain control over the party's structure.
Evidence presented by counsel Peggy Dwyer indicates that these efforts included questionable financial dealings and a lack of cooperation from key figures, complicating the inquiry. The hearings are expected to last at least eight weeks, with various witnesses scheduled to testify.