NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen faced backlash after using her ministerial driver for a personal lunch with friends over the Australia Day weekend, incurring a $750 expense. She acknowledged her mistake, agreeing to repay the costs, and recognized that her decision did not meet public expectations. Although her actions adhered to existing regulations, both Haylen and opposition leaders agreed changes must be made to prevent similar situations in the future.
I made the wrong decision... In retrospect, I should have.
I got that wrong, she said. But Haylen rejected the opposition's call for her to resign.
It's not on for drivers to be used in this way, the Labor leader said.
I've asked the Cabinet Office to provide advice on changing the guidelines so this can't happen again.
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