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CFMEU calls for an end to politicisation of the AFP in wake of decision in Supreme Court
The CFMEU has called for an end to the politicisation of the Australian Federal Police following a victory for the union in the ACT Supreme Court today. A Supreme court judge has ruled that the AFP breached legal requirements during the AFP’s raid on the ACT CFMEU...
CFMEU urges employers not to cut corners in the rush up to Christmas
The CFMEU has called on employers in the construction industry to take care in the rush up to Christmas. National CFMEU Construction Secretary Dave Noonan said that many workers were under pressure by their employers to get jobs finished before Christmas, putting...
Dark Day for WA
Wednesday 25 November 2015 was a very dark day in Western Australia with three tragic, preventable fatalities. The victims were two Irish ceiling fixers both in their 20’s and a 32 year old scaffolder. 1st incident A truck load of precast panels loaded on A frames was...
CFMEU statement – Submissions of Counsel Assisting regarding Andrew Zaf
The CFMEU notes that Counsel Assisting’s submissions clear Victorian State Secretary John Setka of allegations that he received free roofing materials from Mr Zaf. This allegation, as aired on the 7:30 report in January 2014 was cited by the Abbott Government as one...