Final report received on Phillips Children Inquiry

The final report of the Public Inquiry into the disappearance of the Phillips children was presented to the Governor-General’s office today and delivered to Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop as required by the Inquiry’s terms of reference.

On 27 November 2025, the then-Attorney-General, Hon Judith Collins, announced that a Public Inquiry would be held into the disappearance of the Phillips children. 

The Attorney-General will present the final report to the House of Representatives as soon as practicable. Before that happens, he will consider whether any information needs to be redacted to avoid affecting the administration of justice. 

Mr Bishop says the Government will carefully consider the Inquiry’s recommendations and respond appropriately in coming weeks.

“There are relevant suppression orders in both the Family Court and High Court that need to be considered as we work through the plan for releasing this report. We also need to ensure the welfare of the children is appropriately safeguarded.

“I extend my thanks to the Chair, the Honourable Justice Simon Moore KC, and his team for their report.” ...