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Opposition Pledges to Resurrect Building Watchdog Amid CFMEU Corruption Issues
The embattled CFMEU continues to face scrutiny of corruption and its conduct.
Federal Government Appoints Administrator to Deal With Troubled CFMEU
The Fair Work Commission general manager will act as an independent administrator after what has been described as ‘abhorrent’ conduct within the union.
NSW Labor Moves to Suspend CFMEU From Party
A string of controversies has led to Labor calling for the CFMEU to cut ties with the party.
Premier Wants CFMEU Suspended From Labor Party Following Criminal Allegations
‘This rotten culture must be pulled out by its roots,’ Premier Jacinta Allan said.
Manufacturers Seek to Walk From Union Amid AFL Grudge
The manufacturing division of the CFMEU wants to walk, with a bill set to be voted on in Parliament next week.
Australia Bans Engineered Stone in World First Move
Engineered stone, which is commonly used in kitchen benchtops, has seen some workers develop incurable and deadly lung disease silicosis.
Union Backs Ikea’s Move to Pull Engineered Stone Benchtops From Shelves
Ikea Australia said it supported a nationwide ban on engineered stone products.
Protest Erupts as Australian Construction Workers Call on Union to ‘Stand Down’ Over Vaccine Mandate
