# Whitten’s Eligibility Under Fire

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Podcast: [Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sydney-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568669)
Published: 2026-06-10T10:12:22+00:00
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## Resource

Senator Tyron Whitten faces a constitutional firestorm after his family’s company secured $75 million contracts for the Snowy Hydro project, sparking debate over whether this breaches section 44 of Australia’s constitution. Leading lawyer Professor Anne Twomey argues it could constitute an indirect financial interest, especially since the Commonwealth owns shares in Snowy Hydro. Pauline Hanson fiercely defends Whitten, insisting Snowy Hydro is a public company, not a government department. Whitten claims he’s no longer tied to Whittens Group, having transferred shares post-election—but corporate records show his trustee held shares until late last year. The High Court’s past rulings on disqualifying interests loom large, and while some Liberals call for action, Labor has signaled no intent to refer the matter, leaving the interpretation of section 44—and whether Whitten’s eligibility stands—up in the air. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/448f5b3fa5bfd297

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