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The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics15 hrs ago
Victoria Government Directed Removal of Subcontractor from Hospital Project
A retired senior official said the state government instructed the Victorian Health Building Authority to remove a plastering firm from the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital redevelopment after the CFMEU raised objections. The project was completed in April 2024 using $320 mil…
The Sydney Morning Heraldsports6 days ago
Queensland unions say proposed building code delays 2032 Olympic venues
Queensland unions say a draft state building code tied to a CFMEU inquiry would overlap federal rules and could trigger legal challenges on Olympic venue projects. Officials have said site-specific agreements will apply to the work.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics28 days ago
Inquiry Hears Union Covered More Than $156,000 in Officials' Fines
The Queensland branch of the CFMEU used donations to pay personal fines imposed on members and officials for Fair Work Act breaches. Counsel assisting the inquiry said the practice circumvented the purpose of court orders. Hearings continue this week.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld46 days ago
Outgoing ACCIONA Executive Says CFMEU Monopoly Drives Corruption on Victoria Projects
The departing chief executive of ACCIONA Australia and New Zealand stated that the CFMEU’s control of government civil worksites is the main source of corruption in Victoria’s infrastructure program. He also said streamlined planning and approvals could reduce taxpayer costs.