Reported at www.theguardian.com: Jo Haylen resigned as New South Wales transport minister after it was revealed she used a taxpayer-funded car for private trips, including a 446km round-trip to a winery for a lunch with friends.

She acknowledged her mistake, stating it failed the “pub test,” and promised to reimburse the cost of the trip.

Premier Chris Minns announced he would tighten rules regarding ministerial drivers to prevent similar incidents.