One Nation NSW leader hit with ‘please explain’ for charging taxpayers for 71 beers, 23 bottles of wine
- Posted on October 22, 2026
- By The Sydney Morning Herald
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In brief
A prominent political figure faces scrutiny over questionable expense claims during his tenure as a senior trade commissioner in Japan. Over a 28-month period, the official allegedly submitted bills for 71 beers and 23 wine bottles to taxpayers, raising concerns about fiscal accountability. An executive rejected a substantial lunch invoice exceeding $200, prompting an official investigation into his spending patterns and governance standards.
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One Nation NSW leader hit with ‘please explain’ for charging taxpayers for 71 beers, 23 bottles of wine
Mike Newman was questioned over his spending habits during his 28-month stint as a senior trade commissioner in Japan, with one executive rejecting a $211 bill for lunch.
