 She was stood down in February 2008 by the Premier Iemma being named in an ICAC inquiry into Wollongong Council.Hay was re-appointed in March 2008 after being cleared by the ICAC.State Premier Nathan Rees dismissed Noreen Hay from her position as Parliamentary Secretary for Health on 12 September 2008 after allegations arose that she participated in simulated mammary intercourse with Police Minister Matt Brown at an office party in June.