A chancellor at a top Australian university has stood aside amid an anti-corruption probe into accusations of improperly awarded contracts and conflicts of interest.
University of Wollongong Chancellor Michael Still revealed on Friday he would step away pending the conclusion of a inquiry by NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption.
"The University of Wollongong Council respects Mr Still's decision, which he has made with the best interests of the university's staff, students and broader community in mind," a spokesperson wrote in a statement.
"Our focus remains firmly on our students, our staff and the teaching and research that are at the core of our purpose."
The corruption body is examining whether Mr Still, the university's chief governance officer Alyssa White, or other staff and contractors improperly awarded or influenced the award of work to Aspirall Consulting International.
