Libs renew push for anti-consorting laws in Canberra The laws would be targeted at outlaw bikie gangs. The Canberra Times · Aug 27, 2024
Afternoon Update: Greens MP fronts CFMEU protests; UN chief’s climate SOS; and the website trolling Trump supporters More than 10,000 workers take to the streets around Australia in protest against the federal takeover of the CFMEU The Guardian - AU · Aug 27, 2024
'Union Power': Hunter CFMEU supporters rally against government takeover Hunter union members throw support behind CFMEU. Newcastle Herald · Aug 27, 2024
Tens of thousands rally at CFMEU protests across nation Thousands of CFMEU members across Australia have walked off job sites in unprotected industrial action to protest the union's administrative takeover. AAP · Aug 27, 2024
Longstanding CFMEU corruption case stalls in court Ex-CFMEU NSW secretary Darren Greenfield and his son Michael will have more time to answer longstanding corruption allegations amid "intense media scrutiny". AAP · Aug 27, 2024
What’s Going On With The CFMEU? — Why Construction Workers Across The Country Protested Today Today thousands of construction workers will strike and protest across the country. Here's what's going on with the CFMEU and government. Pedestrian.tv · Aug 27, 2024
Morning Mail: voters back Dutton’s Gaza visa attack, Australia’s hottest-ever winter day, Trump’s debate threat Essential survey shows criticism of refugee policy is chiming with Australians; Kimberley spot sees temperature of 41.6C The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2024
Employers urged to dob in workers who stopped for CFMEU Australia's employers are being urged to dob in any workers who downed tools and took unprotected industrial action for the powerful construction union. AAP · Aug 26, 2024
The Coalition says the CFMEU is blowing out construction costs. Is that really true? Opposition members including Peter Dutton have talked about a ‘CFMEU tax’ on major projects. Here’s what we know The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2024
Albanese government rejects Setka’s claim Labor double-crossed him over CFMEU administration as ‘ridiculous’ Construction Forestry Maritime Employees Union members to protest administration in capital city rallies on Tuesday The Guardian - AU · Aug 26, 2024
Construction workers plan protests over takeover move Unions are set to hold protests as a legal battle looms over the government placing the CFMEU's construction arm and associated branches into administration. AAP · Aug 26, 2024
CFMEU administrator vows 'zero tolerance' on corruption The CFMEU will undertake "vital" advocacy for its members and have zero tolerance for corruption, the troubled union's newly-appointed administrator says. AAP · Aug 23, 2024
Hell hath frozen over as the ‘No-alition’ and Labor find common ground on key legislation – but will it last? For the middle-majority of Australians, who are weary of our political leaders and their squabbling, ‘their horizon is the end of the week’ The Guardian - AU · Aug 23, 2024
CFMEU ACT to rally for 'democracy' after administration decision CFMEU placed into administration. The Canberra Times · Aug 23, 2024
AAP · Aug 22, 2024 CFMEU is down but the court battle may be just starting A possible court challenge could threaten the government's attempt to tackle the CFMEU's alleged corrupt behaviour and criminal links.
The Canberra Times · Aug 20, 2024 CFMEU ACT seeks legal advice on new laws to force it into administration 'It wouldn't surprise me in the least if we see the [union] running off to court,' senator says.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 20, 2024 ‘Strong sentiment’ among construction union members to disaffiliate from Labor, CFMEU secretary says Zach Smith says federal government plan to appoint administrators has left members feeling their democratic rights have been stripped
The Guardian - AU · Aug 19, 2024 Coalition senators split in voting on Ralph Babet motion on abortion – as it happened This blog is now closed.
AAP · Aug 19, 2024 Crack down on construction union clears final hurdle The CFMEU has signalled it could challenge new laws forcing it into administration for at least three years, as parliament agreed to pass the reforms.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 19, 2024 Coalition secures amendments, will vote for Labor bill to appoint administrators to CFMEU Government agrees to opposition demands including minimum administration period of three years for construction union, Michaelia Cash says
The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2024 Greens condemn ‘deeply flawed’ deal – as it happened This blog is now closed.
AAP · Aug 18, 2024 Construction union takeover to be cemented after deal All construction divisions of the CFMEU will face a minimum three-year administration period and up to five with serious penalties for non-compliance.
The Conversation · Aug 18, 2024 View from The Hill: Amid their ugly fighting over Gaza visas, will Labor and Coalition land deals this week on CFMEU and NDIS? Amid continued fractious debate about visas for Palestinians, the Albanese government will be trying in parliament this week to “land” two crucial pieces of legislation.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 16, 2024 Sydney teacher charged with further alleged sexual offences – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Aug 16, 2024 CFMEU law delay prompts building sector warning Housing groups have warned setbacks to passing laws placing the CFMEU into administration would only place further pressure on the sector.