Connolly asked about using 'dead rabbit' to stall exit negotiations
Gail Connolly was asked about using the death of a pet rabbit to stall exit negotiations at the ICAC's public inquiry. The inquiry is investigating Connolly and other staff at the City of Parramatta. The incident involves the pet rabbit of an executive director's child and its potential use in delaying staff exit negotiations.
- ▪Gail Connolly was questioned at the ICAC's public inquiry into staff at the City of Parramatta.
- ▪The inquiry involves the death of a pet rabbit and its potential use in stalling exit negotiations.
- ▪The incident is part of a broader investigation into Connolly and other staff members.
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| Publication time | Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:34:45 +1000 |
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