Application to review DISMISSAL –– s.146(1)(m) of the Victoria Police Act 2013 –– Decision to dismiss made under section 132(1)(h) following breach of discipline (disgraceful conduct) being found proven –– Non publication & redaction of information which could identify witnesses or persons adversely affected – Board finds: warrant did not include mandatory information but exercised discretion to admit material obtained; human rights to privacy and freedom of expression not absolute; unauthorised disclosure of police information prohibited, communications were harmful to policing operations and to workplace even though not intended to be published to the world at large; Board’s consideration about validity of warrant discussed; Board guided by s.138 Evidence Act 2008, – Board not satisfied decision to dismiss was “harsh, unjust or unreasonable – decision affirmed
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