Whistleblower resigns in protest after inquiry finds ‘no credible evidence’ of wrongdoing at SKA Observatory

Organisation behind $3.6bn international project releases findings of report that found none of the claims of financial mismanagement had been upheldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe organisation behind the Square Kilometre Array Observatory in outback Western Australia says an independent investigation into claims of financial mismanagement has found “no credible evidence” of any wrongdoing.In August, Guardian Australia reported on whistleblower complaints regarding the global radio astronomy project, including claims that funds had been lost through external trading accounts and concerns around procurement. Continue reading...