Australian Transport Minister Resigns After Controversial Use of Official Driver for Private Trip

new south wales, australia - New South Wales Transport Minister Jo Haylen resigns after facing criticism for using official driver for a private trip.

Australian Transport Minister Resigns

New South Wales Transport Minister Jo Haylen has resigned after admitting to using her official driver for a 13-hour, 446 km private trip. Haylen faced backlash for using government resources for personal use.

Haylen, in a press conference today, acknowledged her mistakes and stated, 'I have made mistakes, no one is perfect. While I did not break any rules, I recognize that this is not the only test here. I have disappointed the public and I am very sorry for that.' She previously apologized for the incident and will also cover the $750 cost of the trip, which she had initially described as a 'business trip'.