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Death threats and private security, life in a CFMEU under administration
Dec 1, 2024
Nick McKenzie, an investigative journalist known for exposing corruption within the CFMEU, delves into the chilling realities of organized crime infiltrating the union. He reveals an unsettling alliance between the union and gangland figures, creating a toxic culture across building sites. The discussion touches on the threats faced by union administrator Mark Irving amid political backlash and allegations of complicity among public officials. McKenzie also compares Australia’s woes with global union corruption, laying bare the urgent need for accountability.
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- The CFMEU's corruption crisis has revealed deep infiltration by organized crime, particularly bikies, compromising the union's integrity and operations.
- Ongoing legal battles challenge the appointment of administrators in the CFMEU, raising concerns over democratic processes and the struggle for control in the construction industry.
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Infiltration of Organized Crime in Unions
The construction union, CFMEU, has experienced significant infiltration by organized crime figures, particularly bikies, compromising its integrity and operations. This infiltration has not only affected internal governance but has also extended to state government projects, where gangsters have gained influential positions within the union. The resulting toxic environment has allowed these criminals to profit from government-funded initiatives, creating a culture that undermines both the union's membership and the broader construction industry. The exposure of this corruption has triggered a political outcry and reform efforts in the form of administrative interventions to clean up the union.
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