Whistleblowers

Taking advantage of vulnerable people, or those who have passed away, is a low act.

But these whistleblowers say it happens all the time in the funeral home industry, and fake coffins are just the start.

Statement from Department of Justice and Attorney-General spokesperson

The Department of Justice and Attorney-General operates under strict, transparent guidelines in relation to procurement processes and the operation of government contracts.

In 2017-18, DJAG conducted a competitive two stage tender process for the renewal of Government undertaking contracts.

The procurement process, which was overseen by an independent probity advisor, was significant, encompassing 77 local government boundaries and resulted in 122 individual offers from market.

Unfortunately, as with all competitive procurement processes, there will be disappointed applicants. All applicants, are welcome to seek feedback from DJAG about their submissions.

DJAG investigates and takes all complaints about government undertakers seriously.  Any substantiated breaches of these contracts or inappropriate practices are acted upon accordingly. Where action is required it is taken in accordance with the terms of the contract.