The Daily Aus Headlines: Ex-CFMEU boss arrested over threatening emails
Nov 12, 2025
Liberal MPs are hashing out their stance on net zero emissions while tensions rise in Canberra. Former construction union leader John Setka faces charges for threatening emails, raising eyebrows in the political arena. Meanwhile, ASIO's Mike Burgess warns of Chinese hacking threats targeting critical Australian infrastructure. On a brighter note, researchers are developing a high-resolution camera designed to search for life on distant planets, potentially paving the way for future space exploration.
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Liberal Party Debates Net Zero Future
- Liberal MPs met in Canberra to debate whether to keep the party's net zero commitment after the Nationals dumped support for the 2050 target.
- Their closed-door talks will inform Shadow Cabinet and Coalition negotiations on the party's final stance.
Ex-Union Boss Arrested Over Emails
- John Setka, ex-CFMEU Construction boss, was arrested at his Melbourne home and charged over alleged threatening emails.
- Prosecutors allege he sent multiple abusive emails to a CFMEU administrator and he will face court in January.
ASIO Warns Of Infrastructure Cyber Probes
- ASIO chief Mike Burgess warned Chinese-linked hacking groups targeted Australian critical infrastructure including telcos and energy networks.
- He said those probes could have enabled high-impact sabotage, urging stronger security measures.