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.
PM tears down talk of rebuilding construction watchdog
Coalition plans to bring back a construction sector regulator if elected would not address issues in the embattled CFMEU, the prime minister says.
CFMEU worksite ‘reign of terror’ must end: contractors
Allegations of CFMEU bullying and standover tactics have been raised for years but fell on deaf ears, says a group representing Queensland building contractors.
CFMEU suffers labor pains as ALP turns on the blowtorch
National and state Labor parties will no longer accept donations from the CFMEU's construction arm as it breaks links with the troubled union.
CFMEU loses Labor, peak union ties following suspension
An increasingly friendless CFMEU has had its links with the peak union body and Labor governments suspended following criminal allegations.
Qld freezes talks with union as Vic allegations unfold
No further meetings will proceed between the construction union and Queensland's Labor government while serious allegations develop interstate.
Labor urged to give CFMEU the cold shoulder on projects
The CFMEU's alleged links to serious criminals and bikies has sparked calls to dump members of the construction union from major infrastructure advisory roles.
Cops, watchdog called on to investigate ‘rotten’ CFMEU
Victoria and NSW want CFMEU officials facing possible criminal investigations to stand down and the Labor Party to suspend accepting its donations.
CFMEU officials yet to be stood down over allegations
The union movement is pushing back against efforts to de-register the CFMEU but no individuals have yet been stood down over allegations of criminal links.
Calls for inquiry into union’s alleged criminal links
As reports continue to emerge alleging criminal and bikie links within the union movement, calls are growing for an independent probe into the CFMEU.
Advice sought on ‘abhorrent’ alleged union crime links
The powerful CFMEU could face serious repercussions from the minister with "all options on the table" after reports of alleged links to bikies and criminals.
‘All options on table’ to halt alleged union-bikie link
Allegations that CFMEU delegates have links to the underworld has prompted the minister to put the union on notice there will be appropriate repercussions.
Victoria backs probe into ‘serious’ Setka, union claims
Serious allegations levelled at a Labor-aligned construction union and its long-time state boss John Setka must be investigated, the Victorian government says.
Controversial union boss John Setka suddenly quits
Union heavyweight John Setka has suddenly quit the CFMEU's top role citing "malicious attacks" and "ongoing false allegations" in stories.
Call for union probe as PM fires parting shot at Setka
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed the departure of construction union boss John Setka as the Victorian opposition calls for an independent probe.
Albanese condemns Setka amid fresh union allegations
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has fired a parting shot at controversial Victorian construction union boss John Setka following his sudden resignation.
Labor steps in to break up ‘dysfunctional’ CFMEU
A feud between the CFMEU and the AFL has led the union's manufacturing division to secure federal government support to let them split from the broader body.
Sackings ‘very likely’ in pandemic crisis, Qantas says
Qantas staff unlawfully fired in 2020 should get reduced compensation because they would have been fired in 2021 anyway, lawyers for the airline have argued.
Airport accused of blocking rail line over parking cash
Rank-and-file Labor members have rebuked the Victorian government and Melbourne Airport over a long-running stand-off delaying a much-anticipated train line.
‘I’m disgusted’: premier lashes pro-Palestine activists
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Premier Jacinta Allan's speeches to the Victorian Labor faithful have been overshadowed by pro-Palestine protesters.
Govt public service boost as unions march on Labour Day
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has marched with union members after making an Australian-first health leave announcement for public service workers.
Queensland Welcomes Decriminalisation of Sex Work
Organisations standing behind Queensland’s sex workers came out in force this week to support the Miles Government legislation to decriminalise sex work in Queensland.
New generation of Queensland workers confront emerging workplace issues
The third annual Young Workers Conference not only served as a rallying cry for young workers but also as a reaffirmation of their potential to influence and mobilise for better working conditions.
Airport disruption as firies strike over ‘extreme risk’
Aviation firefighters will cause major school holiday travel disruptions when they strike over claims staff shortages are posing "extreme risks" for passengers.
Judge dismisses credit card case against union boss
A union president accused of billing members for $6700 in personal expenses via his union-issued credit card has had the civil case against him dismissed.
Cyclone prompts pilots to jettison four-day strike
A strike at a Qantas subsidiary has been suspended at the request of the West Australian government because of a cyclone and the possible need for evacuations.
Workers protest, call for heat safeguards after death
Construction workers have marched through Brisbane's streets demanding workplace safety action following the death of a colleague in December.
Dutton cops heat from police over right to disconnect
The police union has condemned Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, a former Queensland officer, over his commitment to unwind the right to disconnect after work.
Right to disconnect laws pass federal parliament
Employees will be able to legally disconnect from work out of hours, after industrial relations changes cleared the House of Representatives.
Workers set to get right to ignore bosses after hours
Ignoring work calls and emails after hours could soon become the new normal as political momentum builds for the 'right to disconnect'.