The Queensland Government announced the Commission of Inquiry on 18 May 2025. The Commission started on 1 July 2025, and will make its final report by 30 November 2026.
The Commission’s job is to look into problems in the child safety system. The Commission will consider how the system can be improved to keep children and our communities safer.
How the Commission works
The Commission will work openly, fairly and independently.
The Commission is guided by a list of topics about the child safety system. These topics must be considered during the inquiry. This list is known as the ‘terms of reference’.
The Commission will listen to information and stories from people all around Queensland.
The Commissioner will decide what the Commission will do, how and when.
The Commission is independent from Government. Part of the Commission’s job is to look at the way Government provides protection and support for children in Queensland. This includes finding problems and suggesting solutions.
How the Commission works
Who works for the Commission
The Commission is led by The Honourable Paul Anastassiou KC, as Commissioner. The Commissioner is supported by assisting counsel and a team of people.
The people working for the Commission have different backgrounds, cultures, experiences and skills.
About our people
