Alan Jones's former driver had to make breakfast and iron underpants, court hears

A court in Sydney has heard that a former driver for broadcaster Alan Jones was tasked with making his breakfast, cleaning his bathroom, and ironing his underwear. The testimony came from a complainant known as C, who is the second alleged victim to testify in Jones's trial for indecent assault.

C told the Downing Centre Local Court on Friday that he was "star-struck" when Jones offered him $40,000 a year to serve as his driver in the mid-2000s. He initially saw it as a dream job. However, his duties extended beyond driving. C said he was unofficially a producer but was known as Jones's driver at radio station 2GB, and he also performed household tasks at Jones's apartment.

At the station, C said he had to prepare Jones's breakfast of soft-boiled eggs with bread soldiers, which he would serve on a tray with a cloth napkin. He also did photocopying and waited outside the studio for a chance to retrieve the tray, fearing Jones's aggressive reaction if he left it too long. "It was pretty aggressive; 'get this out of here' sort of thing," C said.

After the daily show, C would drive Jones home. He wanted to return to the station but was often required to complete chores under the supervision of Jones's butler, including ironing small items like handkerchiefs and underpants. C testified that he did not want to be a chauffeur or a butler; his ambition was to work in radio.

C began working at 2GB at age 18, with help from fellow broadcaster Ray Hadley, who initially paid him out of his own pocket for three months. C did not sign a contract because Jones said contracts "intimidate young people". C also recalled delivering flowers on Jones's behalf, including to a diver before they won an Olympic gold medal.

Jones has pleaded not guilty to 20 indecent assault charges and two counts of sexual touching against six men. The trial before Judge Glenn Walsh continues.