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Builders’ faith in CFMEU administration ‘waning’

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 10, 2026 • 07:00 PM
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The construction industry lobby is pushing for new oversight for the union after concerns that it promoted officials with a history of unlawful behaviour.

Builders’ faith in CFMEU administration ‘waning’

Builders are pushing for an industry watchdog with new powers to prevent a resurgence of unlawful behaviour and want stronger oversight of the CFMEU administration, citing concerns that problematic officials have been promoted to senior roles.

Master Builders chief executive Denita Wawn will use a speech at the National Press Club on Wednesday to push for broader construction reforms, including a regulator with powers to stop criminal and anticompetitive behaviour.

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