Our sincere thanks to those on both sides of the law—many of whom must remain nameless—who helped directly or indirectly in the writing of this book. Thanks also to the journalists who over the decades have reported fearlessly on the growth and influence of organised crime.

Special gratitude to Yoni Bashan, Bob Bottom, Angela Handley, John Hatton, Rebecca Kaiser, Mark Loves, Kate McClymont, Michael McGann, Neil Mercer, Natalie O’Brien, David Penberthy, Bruce Provost, Gerard Ryle, Jennifer Sexton, Peter Smith, Brian Toohey, Dylan Welch and Marian Wilkinson for their support and advice.