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The CJC arose out of the Fitzgerald Inquiry, which had been set up in response to media revelations on crime and corruption in Queensland.

"The Commission’s expenditure of $17 million for the year represents a significant investment by the State of Queensland. … This represents some of the cost of repairing the damage done to the body politic by the evils identified by the Fitzgerald Commission...

"All of the Commission’s functions have continued to refine and develop their operations… Highlights include … the increasing sophistication of the measures taken in relation to organised crime …” ---Sir Max Bingham, Chairperson By the end of the 1991 - 1992...

“I am confident that this report accurately reflects the year’s work of an organisation vital to the interests of all Queenslanders. The Commission remains committed to the task of safeguarding the integrity of public administration, improving the criminal...

“I am pleased to note that the CJC is now generally accepted by Queenslanders as an effective instrument for the improvement of standards in public life.” --- Chairperson Robin O’Regan, QC In 1993-94, the CJC completed four major inquiries into: the selection...

In 1995 Robin O’Regan QC concluded his term as Chairperson of the CJC. Frank Clair QC was appointed to the position from 1 June 1995, but did not start in the role until January 1996. Lewis Wyvill QC was Acting Chairperson from May to December 1995. In line...

“The Commission’s role as ‘watchdog’ is well balanced by its positive role as ‘reformer and educator’ on criminal justice issues…. it must continually reinforce the value of prevention.” ---Chairperson Frank Clair In January 1996, Frank Clair commenced as...

“As to organised crime, there is abundant evidence that the CJC has been highly successful in that area, particularly in its efforts through the Joint Organised Crime Taskforce. Over less than seven years…. the CJC has recommended 1,127 charges, and dealt with...

“The focus must not be lost. The true reform process never ends. It must continue – and so must an independent CJC as a vital part of that process.” ---Chairperson Frank Clair In August 1997 the Supreme Court terminated the Inquiry into the Future Role...