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Laws to demolish resistance by CFMEU bosses to takeover

The scaffolding will be pulled from under the CFMEU as the union's construction division fights administration with legislation about to be introduced.

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Labor pushing for new powers to ‘clean up’ alleged criminal activity in CFMEU

In further toughening of stance, government considers calls for joint federal and state police taskforce to investigate unions

The Guardian - AU

CFMEU faces court over move to appoint administrator

A high-stakes court clash between the CFMEU and industrial umpire is expected to hear widespread allegations against construction union officials.

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CFMEU labels reform efforts 'politically moronic'

The reins of NSW's powerful construction union will be handed over to a Victorian barrister as an union official attacks Labor for collaborating with enemies.

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Fair Work nominates independent administrator to CFMEU amid criminal allegations against union

Commission proposes Mark Irving, of the Victorian bar, after allegations of criminal misconduct and bikie links against union’s construction arm

The Guardian - AU

Master Builders call for administrator to include CFMEU's ACT branch

Association accuses local CFMEU branch of same 'downright thuggery'.

The Canberra Times

CFMEU seeks legal advice over administrator orders

The CFMEU says it is "under attack" and will fight an attempt by the watchdog to give an independent administrator powers to overhaul its construction division.

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Grattan on Friday: Welcome King Charles, farewell the republic as Albanese casts aside lost causes

Anthony Albanese can’t escape the powerful symbolism. In October he is due to greet King Charles on Australian soil – hard on the heels of formally burying Labor’s hopes of turning Australia into a republic.

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CFMEU-busting law being prepared, new minister says

Workplace Relations Minister Murray Watt has tasked his department to have new laws ready to go if the tarnished CFMEU push to fight its administration.

AAP

WA Labor maintains links with CFMEU, bolsters laws

Proposed WA laws will require union officials to be vetted before they enter work sites but WA Labor won't cut ties with the beleaguered CFMEU.

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Labor called to consider Singapore-style public housing scheme

Members endorse government to act as developer to build housing.

The Canberra Times

'Marathon' to rebuild state after Labor return: Minns

NSW Premier Chris Minns has thanked the Labor faithful who helped him take government, telling them the party has a lot of work to do.

AAP

Walkouts and shouts of ‘shame’ at NSW Labor conference as Anthony Albanese calls for unity

Prime minister Anthony Albanese’s speech boycotted by some union members as protesters rally outside Sydney conference

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: ‘Teal’ Zoe Daniel on political donations, representing Jewish voters and Kamala Harris’ prospects

The 2022 election brought the “teal wave” into parliament. The next election will test whether teals, who occupy what were Liberal seats, and other independents can maintain their momentum.

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Don't rush CFMEU administrator process, minister urges

Due processes need to be followed in appointing an administrator to the CFMEU following allegations of criminal elements in the union, a senior minister says.

Newcastle Herald

Enduring bond with trade unions 'Labor's Achilles' heel'

CFMEU scandal raises questions about Labor's historic links with trade unions

AAP

CFMEU construction work under review as charities baulk

Two charities are reviewing their ties to the CFMEU, which is facing allegations of criminal links as the government seeks reassurances about large projects.

Newcastle Herald

Renewable industry needs urgent re-set to end the talkfest

Letters: There's a limit to how long investors can wait

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New watchdog needed to weed out ‘toxic elements’ in CFMEU, independent MP says

Zoe Daniel says previous body set up by Coalition to oversee unions was ‘so politicised’ that it could not be effective

AAP

'Rotten culture': concerns takeover won't fix union

Business groups are calling for an independent regulator to address allegations of criminal conduct plaguing the construction industry and the powerful CFMEU.

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Ex-minister defends Labor on CFMEU as union heads roll

Labor heavyweight Craig Emerson has distanced the party from allegations of criminality within the CFMEU, suggesting it won't cause significant voter backlash.

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'No secrets': CFMEU 'bikie-fication' dates back decades

Political leaders have expressed shock at revelations of bikie links within the CFMEU but they were a matter of public record long before the latest reports.

The Canberra Times

The controversy behind a school expansion and the CFMEU's alleged involvement

There have been allegations of corruption and union interference.

Newcastle Herald

E-scooters and e-bikes here to stay

Letters and Short Takes: Saturday, July 20, 2024

The Guardian - AU

Alleged crime links and the CFMEU: what to know about the political furore over the construction union

Cut off from Labor, criminal allegations and branches under independent administration. Inside the CFMEU’s dramatic week

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