When ATO whistleblower Richard Boyle exposed aggressive debt collection practices in 2017, he believed he was protecting vulnerable taxpayers. Seven years later, after criminal prosecution and a $280,000 legal bill, his case has become Australia's most important lesson in whistleblowing -- and a warning to every organisation.
Despite being proven right by independent inquiries, Boyle was prosecuted for how he gathered evidence. His case reveals dangerous gaps between whistleblowing policy and protection that exist in organisations everywhere.
This webinar presented by Veremark will cover:
What led to legal action against Richard Boyle?
Understanding the gap between intent and protection -- and why preparatory actions fell outside legal safeguards.
Why was prosecution pursued despite vindication?
The systemic failures in organisational response that push whistleblowers from internal reporting to prosecution.
How can organisations build protective systems?
Practical strategies for creating reporting channels where staff can safely disclose concerns with legal protection.
Is your culture really whistleblower-friendly?
Diagnostic tools to assess whether your system would actually be used in a crisis.
How does technology enable protected disclosures?
Modern platforms that provide genuine anonymity, secure evidence submission, and strategic advantage.
✓ Assessment frameworks for your current whistleblowing system
✓ Practical checklists identifying policy-practice gaps
✓ Technology evaluation criteria
✓ Cultural diagnostic tools
✓ Actionable implementation plans