Queensland Consolidated Acts Queensland Consolidated Acts(1) In recognition that public office involves a public trust, a public official should seek--
(a) to maintain and enhance public confidence in the integrity of public administration; and
(b) to advance the common good of the community the official serves.
(2) Having regard to the obligation mentioned in subsection (1), a public official--
(a) should not improperly use his or her official powers or position, or allow them to be improperly used; and
(b) should ensure that any conflict that may arise between the official's personal interests and official duties is resolved in favour of the public interest; and
(c) should disclose fraud, corruption and maladministration of which the official becomes aware.