‘Weak’ PM, Allan blamed over Setka’s AFL threat

David Marin-Guzman and Patrick Durkin

Updated Jun 12, 2024 – 6.56pm, first published at 1.12pm

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victoria’s Labor government have been accused of failing to stand up to CFMEU boss John Setka, after he demanded the AFL sack its umpiring boss or face a fortune in building cost blowouts.

The AFL is standing by its head of umpires Stephen McBurney after Mr Setka launched a media blitz on Wednesday, threatening to cost the league millions of dollars if it did not sack the former building watchdog, claiming he was “anti-worker” and warning “there will be consequences”.

David Marin-Guzman writes about industrial relations, workplace, policy and leadership from Sydney. Connect with David on Twitter. Email David at david.marin-guzman@afr.com

Patrick Durkin is Melbourne bureau chief and BOSS deputy editor. He writes on news, business and leadership. Connect with Patrick on Twitter. Email Patrick at pdurkin@afr.com