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Evidence Portal for Stephen Michael Orazi

Documenting systemic discrimination, procedural unfairness, and devastating harm caused by the State Administrative Tribunal and Public Trustee of Western Australia.

Case Overview

Primary Case
Case Number
GAA 4059/2024 (Appeal of GAA 1566/2024)
Hearing Date
5 December 2025, 10:00 AM
Original Order
31 July 2024 by Member Jeanette de Klerk
Order Type
5-year administration order under Guardianship and Administration Act 1990 (WA)
Related Legal Matters
Multiple proceedings arising from the same discriminatory conduct
  • EOC/1236/2025Discrimination complaint against Public Trustee
  • EOA-18-2025Equal Opportunity Act complaint
  • GAA-4830-2025Related SAT matter
  • GAA-5169-2025Related SAT matter
  • GAA-862-2025Related SAT matter
  • GAA-3210-2025Related SAT matter

Core Issues

Discrimination on Grounds of Impairment

The SAT member dismissed legitimate business ventures as "chronic delusions" based solely on a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder, in direct violation of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) Part IVA.

Reversal of Burden of Proof

The SAT violated the presumption of capacity under Section 4 of the Guardianship and Administration Act 1990, requiring Stephen to prove capacity rather than requiring evidence of incapacity.

Devastating Financial and Personal Harm

Over $441,000 in quantified losses, including Public Trustee fees, lost business income, and missed investment opportunities. Most tragically, the death of Stephen's wife on 7 July 2024 due to the Public Trustee's refusal to release funds for medical treatment.

Procedural Unfairness

Stephen was silenced during the hearing, his psychologist's testimony was dismissed, and he was denied the ability to present evidence. The member told him "you're not helping yourself" when he attempted to defend himself.

Explore the Evidence

This portal contains comprehensive documentation of a 20-year professional career, legitimate business ventures, and the systemic discrimination that has caused devastating harm.