One of the worst people I’ve ever known has an Order of Australia medal.

It’s an award that goes to people who have provided service worthy of recognition. And while this individual might have technically ticked this box, they received the honour not for a contribution towards the good of the community, but for services that are essentially commercial and self-serving.

Bad appointments have the power to undermine the sanctity of the entire awards system.Credit: Peter Braig

Pondering the rights and wrongs of how........

© The Sydney Morning Herald