Podcasts about cfmeu

Jeremy Cordeaux is back in the garage with Pete and Gary, and there's plenty on his mind. Pauline Hanson has regained top spot as preferred prime minister in the AFR's numbers — ahead of Labor and well ahead of the Liberals — and Jeremy can only imagine the panic in the back rooms. He turns to the quiet end of fuel excise relief, and his fury that not one journalist asked the Treasurer why the government would remove cost-of-living help while indexing the excise up on top — a fuel-price rise he warns will multiply through the price of everything. He also unpacks the $23.4 billion in electric-car subsidies running to 2036 ("no wonder they're selling well — what happens when it disappears?"), the "62 cents a day" tax cut he calls a disgrace, and Jacinta Allan's farewell speech as Victorian Premier — a "complete rewrite of history" from ten years of debt, the CFMEU, and a Commonwealth Games that cost nearly a billion and never happened. Plus H5 bird flu centred on South Australia, why the Muslim Brotherhood is banned in several countries but not Australia, and this day in history — Dom Pérignon, the Queen Mother, Marilyn Monroe, Louis Armstrong and Reg Grundy, for whom Jeremy once hosted Blind Date for $15 an episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria has a new premier this week - and within hours of being sworn in, Ben Carroll did the one thing his predecessor spent months refusing to do: call a royal commission into the CFMEU. Jacinta Allan's resignation was driven in large part by a corruption scandal engulfing the state's Big Build, where a landmark report earlier this year alleged the construction union had siphoned $15 billion from taxpayers while the government turned a blind eye. Reporters at The Age have been documenting the organised crime, intimidation and misconduct across the union's Victorian operations since 2024. In this episode of The Briefing, we revisit Chris Spyrou's conversation with award-winning investigative journalist Nick McKenzie from The Age, recorded back in February when that explosive report first landed. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Jacob Andrewartha & Mary MerkenichNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters on the following political issues drawing on the articles below Community leaders join anti-racism rally in BroadmeadowsIndia: When the streets came alive with new hope and people's people Domestic violence isn't a ‘two-way street' and Hanson isn't confusedInterviews and DiscussionsInterview with Abby Martin, US film maker and journalist discussing US Imperialism and how we can oppose growing millitarism and war.Sue Bull, member of Socialist Alliance and former CFMEU trainer joins the program to discuss the turmoil and right wing shift in the Victorian ALP. You can listen to the individual interview here.Maccas, campaigner with Protect our NDIS Naarm discusses the upcoming National Day of Action on August 1 and why we need to oppose the government's attacks on the NDIS.

In this bulletin, Inflation levels fall below four per cent for the first time since the war in the Middle East began in February; Victoria's opposition renews calls for a royal commission into the CFMEU at the federal level; and in football, Former French captain Zinedine Zidane appointed coach of national team

Reserve Bank boss Michele Bullock says interest rates are likely going up. Plus, Victoria’s new Premier makes his first moves. Read more: Bullock warns of additional rate hikes to tame inflation Ben Carroll orders royal commission into construction sector after becoming Premier Commentary by Eric Johnston: Enemy of business: How Labor broke Victoria’s economy Commentary by John Ferguson: Goodbye Jacinta, Victoria will be better without you See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria has a new premier with Jacinta Allan's former deputy Ben Carroll elected unopposed following a chaotic Labor caucus meeting.Jactina Allan reluctantly resigned, after facing sustained pressure over slumping polling numbers and allegations of corruption in the construction sector.

Jacinta Allan quits and now Labor’s new premier has just months to try and save the 12-year-old Government or become a Trivial Pursuit question. Damon Johnston joins us to discuss how it all went down the gurgler for Allan. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Follow the latest coverage on our live blog: Jacinta Allan resigns ahead of spill motion she was expected to lose John Cain stands guard over Jacinta Allan’s odd take on accountability No Labor leader can fix Victoria’s catalogue of failures Jacinta Allan scores record high dissatisfaction rating in bombshell Newspoll From long rants to controversial T-shirts: Inside Jacinta Allan’s caucus retreat Commentary by Damon Johnston: Jacinta Allan chose to ‘stand with Dan’. It may cost the Premier her job This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Cordeaux is back in the garage with Pete and Gary for a Court of Public Opinion that goes hunting for the taxpayer's money — and finds it missing. He asks a deceptively simple question: has any government project in Australian history ever come in on budget? The North Sydney pool was meant to cost $20 million and reopens after $120 million. Snowy 2.0 was pitched at $2 billion and is now tracking closer to $50 billion. Where, he asks, are the guardrails? He also digs into why public housing costs so much more to build than private, why government charges and taxes swallow half the cost of a new home, and why building in Central Australia runs 150% above comparable housing elsewhere. Building costs are up 50% in five years, the Master Builders Association head has been threatened with death for arguing for transparency, and Jeremy says the ABCC should be restored — but won't be, while the government sits in the CFMEU's pocket. Then there's the story he finds genuinely bizarre: a federal government selling its 5% deposit scheme to first home buyers while placing ads overseas, in Arabic and Chinese. Plus Channel Seven's Spotlight and what Jeremy calls a media campaign to shut Pauline Hanson up; Rupert Lowe of Restore Britain and the extraordinary suggestion that "Anglo-Saxon" is code for white supremacy; the Islamophobia report the government has sat on for nine months; Paul Keating's plan to merge the $4.5 trillion super industry with social security; and why over-regulation will send the AI industry — and its very portable capital — anywhere but here. Jeremy also revisits his own brush with terrorism: the 1977 Hanafi siege in Washington, and the interview he landed live on air with the man who led it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damning written evidence delivered to the CFMEU Commission of Inquiry reveals shocking claims of ministerial indifference and union intimidation during key Brisbane infrastructure projects. Listen in as Dean and Sofie break down how violence, rising costs, and a three-year delay on the Cross River Rail are impacting local commuters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the CFMEU commission of inquiry, a new proposed Queensland construction code aims to completely replace the controversial Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPICT) that have long plagued the sector. Civil Contractors Federation Queensland CEO Damian Long joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to warn that the code must be implemented immediately, or massive upcoming Olympic Games projects could miss out on these vital productivity-boosting reforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drivers brace for a petrol price hike, the lid is lifted on the CFMEU scandal once again. Plus, the 'Trump's America' documentary which celebrates 250 years of America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese is getting deeper into the CFMEU corruption scandal. Plus, Roger Karge joins the program to explain why he has been banned speaking at a historian conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor bounces back in fresh polls, major concerns over Victoria's CFMEU conduct. Plus, police dismiss Moira Deeming's claim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberals continue to fall in the polls as One Nation also takes a hit. Plus, the Victorian Premier dodges questions on how much the CFMEU has cost taxpayers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Cordeaux marks the anniversary of his arrival in Adelaide and reflects on a lifetime in broadcasting before launching into a fiery critique of the Albanese Government, union influence, public sector growth and economic management. Jeremy examines the collapse in auction clearance rates, Pauline Hanson’s rising political fortunes, the CFMEU controversy, and Labor’s decision to abolish the Australian Building and Construction Commission. He also tackles the Adelaide Parklands tree removal controversy, the ongoing Brumby cull in New South Wales, and what he sees as double standards in animal welfare policy. Along the way, he shares personal reflections, historical observations and his trademark commentary on politics, culture and current affairs. Basic Topics Discussed Jeremy's 50th anniversary of arriving in Adelaide Inflation figures and economic concerns Weak housing auction clearance rates Pauline Hanson and polling trends CFMEU corruption allegations Abolition of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) Labor Party and union influence ABC political coverage and media bias Budget policies and taxation concerns Public service growth in Australia Adelaide Parklands tree removal controversy Motorcycle race impacts on parklands Brumby cull in NSW and Victoria Animal welfare and laboratory animal rehoming Australian history and heritage Christopher Cordeaux birthday reflection Thailand cave rescue anniversary Iceland's parliament and historical trivia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Cordeaux takes a fired-up call from Mike O'Reilly, a former Advertiser journalist and community-engagement veteran, who unloads on Anthony Albanese's tax backflip — rebranded as a "carve-out" — and what he calls a new world record for political spin. The conversation widens into a blistering account of union power in Australia: the faceless men of the old ALP, the CFMEU, the painters and dockers who posted black hands to enemies, and the Whyalla shipyards that vanished after decades of standover tactics. Mike shares first-hand stories from the docks — Chris Corrigan's "ghost" pay packets at Patrick Stevedoring, a $1,000 cash shakedown on the Melbourne wharf to lift a yacht — and the scrapping of the building-industry watchdog. It's raw talkback at its best, finishing on a warm note about Foodland, grandbabies, and the "legends card." Recorded live from Jeremy's dining room table for The Court of Public Opinion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When one of Australia’s most infamous Victorian gangland figures was arrested last week over an alleged traffic infringement, it raised some eyebrows.So given Mick Gatto’s centrality in the building industry, was this the Victorian police pulling at straws in some last ditch attempt to crack down on suspected corruption?Today, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie on whether this arrest was, as Gatto asserts, “a load of crap”. Or if it’s illustrative of a new dedication by police to clean up an industry that’s been rife with alleged corruption for decades.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When one of Australia’s most infamous Victorian gangland figures was arrested last week over an alleged traffic infringement, it raised some eyebrows.So given Mick Gatto’s centrality in the building industry, was this the Victorian police pulling at straws in some last ditch attempt to crack down on suspected corruption?Today, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie on whether this arrest was, as Gatto asserts, “a load of crap”. Or if it’s illustrative of a new dedication by police to clean up an industry that’s been rife with alleged corruption for decades.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director of The Centre for Public Integrity and recently involved in investigating crime in corruption in the CFMEU, Geoffrey Watson SC, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate and the City of Yarra Mayor Stephen Jolly have gone back-and-forth over allegations of corruption on the Big Build, and particularly in relation to the CFMEU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigative reporter with The Age, Nick McKenzie, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Drive host had comments to make on the CFMEU in the lead-up on Anzac Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal state member for Narracan, Wayne Farnham, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we dive into the gas tax drama - who voted for the punters, who sided with the gas lobby, and One Nation's backflip. We unpack multiple political manoeuvres and pageant politics, from Albo's tussle with Karl Stefanovic, Victorian Premier Jacinda Allen turning the CFMEU corruption saga into a personal spat, and Penny Wong's semantic gymnastics when asked if Australia is at war. Plus: the latest on the punters' e-bikes, Konrad loses his shirt live on air, and a new side quest unlocked - free sauce at every pie shop in Australia. Bypass the Algorithm, Sign up to the Punter Times Newsletter https://www.punterspolitics.com/pages/email-sign-up Support We the Punters on PATREON (https://www.patreon.com/punterspolitics) Buy Punters Stickers & T-shirts (https://www.punterspolitics.com/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Ben Carroll, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers is called out for using the Iran war as cover for his economic mismanagement. Plus, the Victorian Opposition Leader responds after the AFL tells her to remove a video criticising the CFMEU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claude wrote these. I did not. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack are back for Episode 147, recorded on 5 March 2026. It's a massive week of news — a record Kiwi exodus to Australia, a leaked Liberal Party post-mortem, the Star Casino legal fallout, a landmark war in Iran, and a bumper AFL season preview. Settle in.Record Kiwi Migration & Trans-Tasman Economics[00:00:41]The BBC reports New Zealand citizens are leaving at record levels — over 60,000 departed in a single year, the equivalent of 180 people per day. Former PM Jacinda Ardern has joined the exodus, reportedly house-hunting on Sydney's northern beaches. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack debate the merits of the northern beaches vs. the eastern suburbs, and the real net migration figures behind the headlines.Net migration loss from NZ: over 30,000 in 2024 to Australia aloneLong-term departures hit 101,932 in 2023 — remarkable for a nation of 5.3 millionNZ GDP per capita: USD 49,000 vs. Australia's USD 69,000New Zealand has been in negative GDP growth since December 2024, but is forecasting ~4% growth in the next financial yearAustralia has maintained consistent positive GDP growth post-COVID (0.8%–2.5% p.a.)The two countries are described as being at opposite ends of the economic cycleBrief discussion on Jacinda Ardern's post-Harvard career options and what Julia Gillard's post-PM trajectory looks like by comparison

The crime reporter has weighed in on recent claims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate has reacted to the Labor Party's latest move in the CFMEU corruption scandal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines here II Cuban attack / Reflections on CFMEU attack by Queensland Inquiry / New NT Administrator with Elder arrested outside NT Parliament / Charges dropped against Tas Forest Defenders / Vic Government offloading to local Councils puts services in jeopardy.Voices4Palestine here II Mark Gillespie, a 78er who sees parallels with the fight for Gay Rights in 1978 against police batons with the attacks on Palestinian Rights Activists today. His speech was recorded in Sydney 22 February by Vivien Langford from 3cr Climate Action Show.Suppression Laws Briefing here II Greg Barnes SC looks at the new Speech Suppression Laws during a briefing held on the 16th February by The Information Rights Project.This is the Week here II Kevin Healy using the broad scythe of satire to cut the weeds of political mayhem this week.Anti-racism & Unions here II Unions and the fight against racism? Jiselle Hanna, Secretary of the CPSU Vic Branch, spoke at a recent Refugee Action Collective (a) Anti-Racism Forum.

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The anti-corruption expert says Victoria's Labor government was willing to 'deal with the devil' on its Big Build projects – at the cost of 'bad governing'.Mentioned in this episode:Your support mattersSupport non-profit journalism you can trust. Donations 2025

Executive director at Centre for Public Integrity, Dr Catherine Williams, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THERE IS A FEEDBACK FROM HKJ'S HEADPHONES TO HIS MIC - THIS IS NOT GOING TO BE FIXED - I HAVE BEEN TOLD HKJ HAS BEEN YELLED AT APPROPRIATELY. AI slop from our mate Claude Sonnet 4.6 - who is a good slopmaker and a blessed robot.Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack are back for Episode 145, kicking off with Chinese New Year greetings before diving headlong into the Liberal Party's new leadership under Angus Taylor, Victoria's CFMEU corruption saga, and the ever-deepening Epstein files rabbit hole. They roam through the Munich Security Conference, Zelensky's sharp Putin put-down, Cuba's unravelling regime, and the Iran situation — then lighten the mood with one-hit wonders in literature, the T20 World Cup disaster, AFL State of Origin, Winter Olympics, and the Premier League title race. Buckle up.SHOW NOTES WITH TIMESTAMPS

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New federal Liberal leader Angus Taylor joined Jacqui Felgate for an in-depth chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The journalist at the centre of an aggressive stand-off with Jacinta Allan over the CFMEU corruption has revealed why she chose to stay silent in the moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian premier Jacinta Allan has lost her temper in a spectacular way with journalists who were asking about allegations of rampant dodginess in the construction, forestry, mining and energy union the CFMEU. Today’s afternoon headlines edition from The Front. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate has blasted police minister Anthony Carbines today, after his response when questioned on barrister Geoffrey Watson SC amid the CFMEU scandal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has faced questions over CFMEU corruption after the bombshell report came to light last week. Jacqui Felgate was quick to ask him about whether he had spoken to Jacinta Allan, whether IBAC needs greater powers in Victoria and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday Headlines: Libs’ hardline immigration policy leaked, ‘ISIS brides’ turned back after leaving Syrian camp for Australia, grandparent of Gus Lamont arrested, intermittent fasting makes “no difference” to weight loss, and Barack Obama clarifies his stance on aliens. Deep Dive: Allegations of mob-linked figures, intimidation and inflated costs on taxpayer-funded infrastructure have triggered a political firestorm in Australia. At the centre of it is the construction arm of the CFMEU. A recent inquiry has floated a $15 billion figure, which the Victorian government says is untested, as it resists calls for another royal commission. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with award-winning journalist from The Age, Nick McKenzie about what is alleged, how it connects to one of Australia’s largest infrastructure pipelines, and what it reveals about public money, unions and accountability. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigative reporter Nick McKenzie’s 2024 exposé of the criminal infiltration of the construction sector prompted a slew of investigations among governments and law enforcement agencies around the country.The conclusions of those investigations reveal the extent of that corruption, and its findings are damning - including that the CFMEU's conduct could have cost taxpayers $15 billion, and the Victorian government knew of the problems but did not fix the problem.Drug trafficking and shocking sexual exploitation of women on major infrastructure sites - are some of the other claims.Today Nick McKenzie on the serious questions the government has to answer.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigative reporter Nick McKenzie’s 2024 exposé of the criminal infiltration of the construction sector prompted a slew of investigations among governments and law enforcement agencies around the country.The conclusions of those investigations reveal the extent of that corruption, and its findings are damning - including that the CFMEU's conduct could have cost taxpayers $15 billion, and the Victorian government knew of the problems but did not fix the problem.Drug trafficking and shocking sexual exploitation of women on major infrastructure sites - are some of the other claims.Today Nick McKenzie on the serious questions the government has to answer.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Labor Radio Podcast Weekly: Labor Notes Podcast — Minnesota workers organize a mass day of action as ICE activity turns immigration enforcement into an unavoidable workplace issue. Words & Work — USL soccer players use the championship spotlight to demand a real CBA, healthcare, and basic professional standards. America Works — Nurse practitioner Tracy Augusta connects holistic health, spirituality, and the labor history of Black caregiving. The SAG-AFTRA Podcast — Performers break down new AI protections, digital replica rules, and what producers can—and cannot—do without consent. Labor Express Radio — A documentary filmmaker and UAW activists recount corruption, job selling, and the rank-and-file movement that reclaimed union democracy. Plus Shows You Should Know: El Cafecito del Día — youth activism and love-in-action organizing; Green and Red Podcast — general strikes, May Day, and class-conscious storytelling; The Concrete Gang — construction industry news and a CFMEU victory; Pipe Up — Black leadership in the pipe trades; Union Or Bust — nurses on the Kaiser strikes; The Valley Labor Report — a Volkswagen win in Chattanooga.

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Krishani Dhanji, political reporter and live blogger for Guardian Australia, based in Canberra.

Jacqui Felgate has weighed in on the Premier's response to the questioning on the CFMEU scandal at this morning's press conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fallout of a bombshell report into the CFMEU released on Wednesday has continued, with pressure mounting on the State government regarding what they knew was happening on the Big Build construction site.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate has highlighted the "disgraceful" things Victorian taxpayers have had to pay for, after an "explosive" report into the CFMEU and Labor government came to light today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.