KPMG consultant admits to ‘gaps’ in its whistleblower report

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 17, 2026

A comprehensive report on KPMG’s whistleblower failings has come up short, as key staff weren’t interviewed and there were no records of crucial meetings.

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