The alleged "shakedown"
Former NSW building commissioner David Chandler alleges that staff from Toplace attempted to threaten him as part of a shakedown. The claim was reported in a recent article covering NSW State Parliament matters. The allegations have prompted calls for further investigation.
- ▪David Chandler served as the NSW building commissioner before leaving the role.
- ▪Chandler says Toplace staff tried to intimidate him to extract concessions or information.
- ▪The alleged intimidation is described as a "shakedown" and has been reported in the media.
- ▪The incident has raised concerns about political pressure within NSW state institutions.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.