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Michael O'Connor

December 2020

A demerger could see the CFMEU lose much of its political influence.

CFMEU 'super union' risks losing its super powers

The prospect of the CFMEU splitting in half, inconceivable two years ago, would leave a massive hole in the union's political armoury.

  • David Marin-Guzman
Christian Porter and Tony Maher composite

Unlikely double act to take on Setka

Attorney-General Christian Porter and unionist Tony Maher are working to curb the influence of John Setka, giving some extra colour to the government's modest workplace reform package.

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  • Jennifer Hewett

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