Piecemeal disclosure of suitability matters by an applicant for admission does not necessarily preclude a finding of fitness where the applicant identified the relevant matter, provided further information promptly when requested, and demonstrated insight into shortcomings. Failures in dealings with Centrelink and late lodgement of tax returns attributable to youth and misunderstanding, rather than dishonesty, may be satisfactorily explained. The Board must allege dishonesty expressly and with full particularity if it considers such a finding is open.
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