Catholic Schools boss wiped devices ahead of grilling

Catholic Schools NSW chief Dallas McInerney wiped his devices following a corruption probe, denying allegations he funneled cash to a religious-right state Liberal faction. McInerney closed three days of questioning on Wednesday, revealing he factory reset his phone and iPad before the final day. He maintained he had no written consultancy records, claiming this was safer.

The Independent Commission Against Corruption questioned why he didn't report the device wiping earlier, to which McInerney replied he was only forthcoming in his co-operation with the commission. He admitted participating in factional politics and holding own political ambitions, but denied using school funds for personal gain.