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Building Bad: Inside the CFMEU’s Shocking Descent into Corruption and Organised CrimeCorruption. Violence. Intimidation. Organised crime. What happens when a powerful union loses its way?
In 2024, explosive allegations brought the Victorian branch of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) into the national spotlight. Whistleblowers and witnesses pointed to disturbing connections between union officials, outlaw motorcycle gangs and underworld figures.
Walkley Award-winning investigative journalists Nick McKenzie and Ben Schneiders followed the trail — and uncovered a deeply troubling story.
Their investigation revealed evidence of blackmail, extortion, drug trafficking on construction sites, sexual misconduct, bribery and the rorting of major government contracts.
Hear the story behind the headlines — and discover what happens when journalists refuse to look away.
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