Pressure Builds on Board, Minister as Powerhouse Contract Goes to Company of Former Trustee The Powerhouse Museum's decision to award a $2 million marketing contract to Ki Community, a boutique agency co founded by a former trustee, has raised concerns about cronyism and procurement practices.
This is just one example of the increasing reliance on external consultants in public sector projects. The museum's new Parramatta site is opening with great fanfare, but its spending spree is also under scrutiny.
The $70 million cost of its five opening exhibitions is only the beginning – the project's total spend is expected to surpass $100 million, with a significant portion going towards external services.