The NSW Children’s Guardian has been sacked for “misbehaviour” after a report found he “seriously breached” standards expected of his office, oversaw a psychologically unsafe workplace, failed to disclose a long-term relationship, and inappropriately intervened in a matter where he was conflicted.

After an eight-month investigation, commissioner Kate Eastman, SC, handed down her report into the Office of Children’s Guardian after serious allegations were levelled against Steve Kinmond, who had served in the role since January 2023.

Families Minister Kate Washington released the report on Wednesday and said Kinmond had been dismissed, noting his failure to disclose a significant conflict of interest.

Kinmond stood aside in early March after complaints were made about an inappropriate off

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