Rebuilding CFMEU a ‘mistake’ while probe ongoing, inquiry told
Senior counsel assisting Queensland's CFMEU inquiry has called it a 'mistake' to begin rebuilding the union while investigations into past misconduct are incomplete. The inquiry also heard from a contractor on Brisbane's Cross River Rail project, who claimed union activity and Labor policies cost approximately $830 million. Mark Irving is stepping down as federal administrator, to be replaced by Michael Crosby, though Irving will remain as senior counsel.
- ▪The CFMEU inquiry is still investigating past wrongdoing in Queensland, and rebuilding the union prematurely could hinder transparency.
- ▪A contractor for the Cross River Rail project estimated losses of $830 million due to union activity and Labor policies.
- ▪Mark Irving is stepping down as federal administrator of the CFMEU but will remain as senior counsel during the transition.
- ▪Michael Crosby is set to take over from Irving, bringing experience from reforming the NSW branch of the union.
- ▪Senior counsel Edward Gisonda emphasized the need for cooperation with the inquiry while protecting union members' legitimate interests.
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