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Who knew the CFMEU's dirty secrets?
Manage episode 429544097 series 2664579
This week, allegations of corruption, criminal infiltration, standover tactics and other nefarious activities within the ranks of the CFMEU have been all over the media.
The reports have shocked, but not surprised, many in the community.
Stories of underworld figures trading their leather for high viz, motorcycle helmets for hardhats – all in order, it is alleged, to get a slice of taxpayer-funded projects.
Now there are questions over who knew what, when, and what it means for some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.
Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin McKenzie-Murray on the fallout from the CFMEU upheaval.
Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram
Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin Mckenzie-Murray.
1388 episodes
Manage episode 429544097 series 2664579
This week, allegations of corruption, criminal infiltration, standover tactics and other nefarious activities within the ranks of the CFMEU have been all over the media.
The reports have shocked, but not surprised, many in the community.
Stories of underworld figures trading their leather for high viz, motorcycle helmets for hardhats – all in order, it is alleged, to get a slice of taxpayer-funded projects.
Now there are questions over who knew what, when, and what it means for some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.
Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin McKenzie-Murray on the fallout from the CFMEU upheaval.
Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram
Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin Mckenzie-Murray.
1388 episodes
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