KLC chair rejects criticism over CEO sacking, as Attorney-General considers directors’ complaints

The head of one of Australia’s oldest and most influential native title bodies has rejected suggestions it sacked its CEO because he pushed for greater financial transparency. 

The Kimberley Land Council (KLC) abruptly terminated Brian Wilkinson’s employment last week, just months after the Yawuru man and former police superintendent took up the role.

The move has left the KLC facing significant public scrutiny, as the vote to sack Mr Wilkinson was…