Media Release 2007: Statement two regarding Kirribilli House and whether or not a potential disclosure obligation exists

14 June 2007

Earlier today the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) stated that it was examining whether or not a function hosted by the Prime Minister at Kirribilli House would attract a potential disclosure obligation under the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 (the Act).

Legal advice provided to the AEC indicates that on the facts available the provision of Kirribilli House as a venue for a function is neither a disposition of property nor the provision of a service, and consequently, is not a gift required to be disclosed under the Act.

Contact:
Phil Diak
Director, Media
Australian Electoral Commission
02 6271 4415 (bus hours)
0413 452 539 (after hours)