Opposition Calls For Royal Commission Into Aboriginal Sexual Assault

Economist Bruce Mountain and energy executive Ted Woodley have described the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project as one of the biggest disasters in Australian infrastructure. The project is reportedly exceeding both its original budget and its timeline. Calls for a Royal Commission have emerged following reports of the project's mismanagement. The project was originally announced by former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. Demands for an independent inquiry into Snowy Hydro 2.0 continue as successive governments are accused of failing to address the project. Concerns remain regarding the exclusion of interest during the 14-year construction period and the financial expenditure involved. Analysis suggests a continuing blowout in the cost of the Snowy Hydro scheme. There is discussion about potentially initiating a Royal Commission due to secrecy surrounding the project and some of the contracts made. Hastie described the situation as a heartbreaking case and said the need to protect vulnerable children in Indigenous communities. New South Wales Police are involved in the matter, according to the report.