Podcast appearances and mentions of John Setka

It's been nearly four months since all branches of the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union were forced into administration and hundreds of union officers were kicked out. The government wanted a clean slate after allegations of bullying, intimidation and infiltration from outlaw bikie gangs. Now, those underworld figures are seeking payback. And the man tasked with cleaning up the union is facing death threats.  Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin McKenzie-Murray on the challenge of cleaning up the CFMEU and the enduring influence of John Setka and his loyalists. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin McKenzie-Murray

*Will social media ban pass Senate. *John Setka compensation claim. *Special gift from Spiro for Ray Hadley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Will social media ban pass Senate. *John Setka compensation claim. *Special gift from Spiro for Ray Hadley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Australia's major union for construction workers, the CFMEU, has long been known as hardline in the way it went about its business. But a couple of months ago, investigative journalist Nick McKenzie's stories revealed damaging accusations that the union, which regularly overseas government funded work sites had been infiltrated by organized crime.  Even before the story broke on 60 minutes and in our mastheads, it triggered the resignation of the Victorian construction union boss John Setka.  But Setka will not go without a fight, and last week, he appeared at prize government worksites to rail against the move to place the Union under administration.  Today, Nick McKenzie on what the surprise appearance of the former Union boss means and what it will take to clean up the CFMEU.   Further reading: - Nick McKenzie and The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald's 'Building Bad' series.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's major union for construction workers, the CFMEU, has long been known as hardline in the way it went about its business. But a couple of months ago, investigative journalist Nick McKenzie's stories revealed damaging accusations that the union, which regularly overseas government funded work sites had been infiltrated by organized crime.  Even before the story broke on 60 minutes and in our mastheads, it triggered the resignation of the Victorian construction union boss John Setka.  But Setka will not go without a fight, and last week, he appeared at prize government worksites to rail against the move to place the Union under administration.  Today, Nick McKenzie on what the surprise appearance of the former Union boss means and what it will take to clean up the CFMEU.   Further reading: - Nick McKenzie and The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald's 'Building Bad' series.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*School shooting. *Jack's Law update. *John Setka tirade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Secretary of the Victorian Police Association Wayne Gatt has admitted he was surprised police officers were called in by the state government to investigate former CFMEU boss John Setka's recent behaviour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate has slammed the state government's inaction in condemning former CFMEU boss John Setka's expletive-laden rants at two government sites in as many days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Show reporter Christine Ahern joined Ross and RUss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui's comments come after he woke at a worker rally in Footscray on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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You might've noticed the CFMEU has been the centre of much media attention recently. But what exactly is going down at Australia's largest union? And why are so many people, from politicians to underworld figured tied up in this story?  Today we delve into the alleged criminal conduct of one of the country's most powerful unions, how their money has shaped our Government and why that directly impacts you.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  With thanks to:  Nick McKenzie, Investigative Journalist for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald  Producer: Claire Murphy  Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Setka showed off his new tattoo following his early retirement from the union amid corruption claims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Fin, Financial Review workplace correspondent David Marin-Guzman on what was uncovered in his nine-month investigation into the CFMEU, why the response shocked union insiders and whether this time, there might be lasting change. This podcast is sponsored by Smartsheet. Further reading: ‘The dam is breaking': Setka resignation blow to culture of fear The CFMEU boss' departure was a shock even to his own officials, but it is a watershed moment for the culture of silence and intimidation that has ruled the construction industry. Caught on film: How Setka and the CFMEU wield their power Videos show John Setka delivering a suitcase message to a rival's home, and other officials issuing threats and boasting of the union's total control. Albanese to push aside CFMEU bosses The Albanese government will seek to appoint an external administrator to clean up the CFMEU, sidelining its national and state leaders. The MUA is also considering whether to split from the CFMEU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a gripping clip of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux interviews acclaimed investigative journalist Nick McKenzie about his relentless pursuit of truth in the face of corruption. With 16 Walkley Awards to his name, McKenzie sheds light on the deeply entrenched corruption within the CFMEU, revealing shocking details about the union's ties to organized crime and the complicity of building companies. A Legacy of Excellence in Journalism Nick McKenzie's reputation as one of Australia's foremost investigative journalists is well-deserved. With a career marked by rigorous investigations and numerous accolades, McKenzie's work has consistently aimed to expose wrongdoing and promote accountability. The CFMEU: A Hotbed of Corruption McKenzie delves into his long-term investigation of the CFMEU, starting back in 2008. He describes the pervasive corruption within the union, involving bikies and organized crime figures. Despite numerous regulatory efforts, the industry remains plagued by corrupt practices, highlighting the failure of agencies to enact meaningful reform. Building Companies: The Silent Partners in Crime The discussion also touches on the role of building companies in perpetuating corruption. McKenzie emphasizes that union officials cannot engage in corrupt activities without willing participants on the corporate side, urging accountability across the board. Personal Safety in Investigative Journalism Given the dangerous nature of his work, McKenzie discusses his safety concerns and the measures he takes to protect himself. He acknowledges the support of honest unionists who oppose the corruption within their ranks, providing a semblance of security amidst the threats. John Setka: A Symbol of Corruption and Hypocrisy One of the most explosive revelations involves John Setka, a prominent CFMEU figure with a history of domestic violence. Despite public condemnation from political leaders, McKenzie reveals that some Labor Party insiders continued to support Setka behind the scenes, exposing a deep vein of political hypocrisy. Ongoing Efforts and Future Investigations McKenzie reassures listeners that his team will continue to pursue these stories, thanks to the unwavering support from the Nine Network. With new tips and leads coming in regularly, the fight against corruption is far from over. Public and Political Reactions The public and political reactions to McKenzie's investigations have been significant, prompting discussions on reform and accountability. However, the battle is ongoing, and McKenzie stresses the importance of sustained pressure to ensure genuine change. Don't miss this eye-opening episode where Nick McKenzie reveals the dark underbelly of the CFMEU and the ongoing battle against corruption. Tune in now to "The Court of Public Opinion" and join the fight for transparency and justice!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this clip of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux interviews Labour Senator John Quirke, discussing various topics related to union corruption, political funding, and historical anecdotes. Here's a summary of the main topics covered: Introduction and Greetings: Introduction of Senator John Quirke and casual conversation about the weather. CFMEU Corruption: Extensive discussion on the corruption within the CFMEU, including historical examples and recent events involving John Setka. Meyer REM Site: Historical anecdotes about the Meyer REM site and the corruption associated with it, including allowances for workers. Union Tactics: Stories of union tactics during strikes and work stoppages, including the Patrick strike and the concept of ghost workers. Regulatory Actions: Discussion on the federal government's past actions to deregister corrupt unions and the potential for future deregistrations. Political Donations: Examination of the Labour Party taking donations from entities with questionable reputations and the complexities of political funding. Union Influence: Analysis of the influence of unions on political parties and the potential for public funding of political campaigns. Decline of Major Parties: Reflection on the declining primary vote for major political parties and the rise of smaller parties. Asbestos Campaigning: Tribute to Jack Watkins, known as "Asbestos Jack," for his work in protecting workers from asbestos exposure. Public Accounts Committee: Senator Quirk's experience chairing the Public Accounts Committee and investigating economic mismanagement. Historical Financial Mismanagement: Anecdotes about financial mismanagement by previous governments, including the billion-dollar contracts signed by the Bannon government. Infrastructure Projects: Critique of the cost overruns in Victoria's infrastructure projects, known as the "big build." Royal Commissions: Historical reference to the Royal Commission into the Painters and Dockers Union and the discovery of the bottom of the harbor scheme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of "The Court of Public Opinion," Jeremy Cordeaux hosts from his garage, discussing a variety of topics ranging from historical anecdotes and current events to societal issues and personal reflections. Here's a summary of the main topics covered: Introduction and Nostalgia: Jeremy reminisces about old broadcasting equipment and the history of 5DN radio. Word of the Day: Introduction of the Scottish term "Herkle Durkle," meaning to lounge in bed. Channel 7 News Changes: Discussion on Channel 7's new format, including an astrological segment and a comedy sketch. ANZAC Day Holiday Proposal: Debate on whether ANZAC Day should be a completely closed holiday across Australia. Country Women's Association: Announcement that the Country Women's Association will start accepting men. John Setka and CFMEU: Commentary on John Setka's sudden resignation from CFMEU and the union's alleged connections with organised crime. Political Donations and Corruption: Critique of political donations from unions to the Labour Party and the need for separation between unions and political parties. South Australian Politics: Discussion on Premier Peter Malinauskas's connection to CFMEU and recent political donations. ICAC Commissioner Resignation: Reflection on Anne Vanstone's resignation as ICAC Commissioner and criticism of the Attorney General. Child Protection Failures: Accusations against the South Australian Minister for Child Protection regarding child sex abuse charges against government officials. Historical Events and Birthdays: Notable historical events and famous birthdays on July 17th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver and Luke discuss how the CFMEU went wayward with corruption thanks to John Setka and ask what effect this will have on the construction industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the biggest unions in the country, representing tens of thousands of workers, but can the CFMEU survive amid allegations of corruption and ties to the criminal underworld and bikies?The reporting has raised questions about lawlessness in the construction industry. Today, Richard Willingham, the ABC's state political reporter in Victoria, takes us through the extraordinary allegations and the fallout. Featured: Richard Willingham, Victoria's state political reporter

One of Australia's biggest unions – the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees' Union (CFMEU) – is being investigated for alleged ties to criminal gangs and bikie groups in the wake of a Nine Network investigation. The controversial head of the union's Victorian wing, John Setka, stepped down last week before the criminal allegations surfaced. The union's Victorian branch has since gone into administration and handed control to the national body. In today's deep dive, we're going to explain what the CFMEU actually is, why these allegations are so serious and what it means for Labor.Link to original Nine Network investigation here. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is one of the most powerful unions in the country. And has long barracked for rights that are at the core of the Australian Labor Party: decent pay and working conditions.But now, an investigation by The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald and 60 Minutes has revealed that underworld figures and bikies have infiltrated the union, and major building projects in Victoria and NSW.Today, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie on the sudden resignation of controversial CFMEU boss John Setka, in the wake of these allegations. And whether it's possible to rid the union of corruption, and a culture of standover tactics and bullying.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is one of the most powerful unions in the country. And has long barracked for rights that are at the core of the Australian Labor Party: decent pay and working conditions.But now, an investigation by The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald and 60 Minutes has revealed that underworld figures and bikies have infiltrated the union, and major building projects in Victoria and NSW.Today, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie on the sudden resignation of controversial CFMEU boss John Setka, in the wake of these allegations. And whether it's possible to rid the union of corruption, and a culture of standover tactics and bullying.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of the CFMEU's Victorian branch, John Setka, abruptly resigned from the role on Friday. Investigations revealed Setka had threatened and intimidated union members - and employed key underworld figures on major construction projects. Australian correspondent Steve Price explains what this means for the future of the union. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bulletin, Victorian Union leader John Setka resigns after 12 years in the top job; Fifty-one people missing in Nepal after two buses were swept into a river by a landslide; and in sport, Australia's flag-bearers for the Paris Paralympic games are announced.

When people think of the CFMEU, Australia's powerful and fearsome construction union, they picture its top dog, John Setka. But as he prepares to step down from the union's Victorian branch, Setka's legacy is overshadowed by his brutality. Many current and former colleagues think his leadership was poisonous to the union, and that he may have even destroyed it. Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper Martin Mckenzie-Murray on the power and legacy of CFMEU boss, John Setka, and what comes next for the union. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and Instagram Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin Mckenzie-Murray.

"Yes, Everyone Really Is Sick a Lot More Often After Covid" It's not your imagination: Around the world, people really are getting sick more often than before the pandemic.The Reserve Bank of Australia keeps interest rates at 4.35% with potential hikes if inflation persists amid economic uncertainty, slow growth and federal and state government budget spending stoking inflation.The Albanese government will introduce laws to split the CFMEU and allow its manufacturing division to leave the union in response to John Setka's war with the AFL over the past weekBupa Australia plan to open up to health hubs providing GP services, allied health and pathology to deliver flexible, convenient healthcare options for Australians and take pressure off EDs.One of Gil McLachlan's new jobs is at Blackstone, which advises Crown and where the chairman of private equity is his cousin. Potential conflicts aside, that, his other job is as CEO of Tabcorp so soon after leaving the AFL. Follow my socials on:https://twitter.com/leongettlerhttps://www.instagram.com/leongettler/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leongettler/https://www.facebook.com/talkingbusinesspodcasthttps://business.google.com/dashboard/l/17460167277811417147?hl=en&gmbsrc=au-en-z-z-z-gmb-s-119-u~mhp-ns_hom_8-u&omec=EI_z6RYYASIBATIBATotZ21ic3JjPWF1LWVuLXotei16LWdtYi1zLTExOS11fm1ocC1uc19ob21fOC11QAFKEwjq4cCIj5D3AhXNnWMKHUB5Cqg%3Dhttps://www.youtube.com/c/LeonGettler/discussion?app=desktop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Yes, Everyone Really Is Sick a Lot More Often After Covid" It's not your imagination: Around the world, people really are getting sick more often than before the pandemic.The Reserve Bank of Australia keeps interest rates at 4.35% with potential hikes if inflation persists amid economic uncertainty, slow growth and federal and state government budget spending stoking inflation.The Albanese government will introduce laws to split the CFMEU and allow its manufacturing division to leave the union in response to John Setka's war with the AFL over the past weekBupa Australia plan to open up to health hubs providing GP services, allied health and pathology to deliver flexible, convenient healthcare options for Australians and take pressure off EDs.One of Gil McLachlan's new jobs is at Blackstone, which advises Crown and where the chairman of private equity is his cousin. Potential conflicts aside, that, his other job is as CEO of Tabcorp so soon after leaving the AFL. Follow my socials on:https://twitter.com/leongettlerhttps://www.instagram.com/leongettler/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leongettler/https://www.facebook.com/talkingbusinesspodcasthttps://business.google.com/dashboard/l/17460167277811417147?hl=en&gmbsrc=au-en-z-z-z-gmb-s-119-u~mhp-ns_hom_8-u&omec=EI_z6RYYASIBATIBATotZ21ic3JjPWF1LWVuLXotei16LWdtYi1zLTExOS11fm1ocC1uc19ob21fOC11QAFKEwjq4cCIj5D3AhXNnWMKHUB5Cqg%3Dhttps://www.youtube.com/c/LeonGettler/discussion?app=desktop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opposition Leader John Pesutto has taken another swipe at the Allan government for failing to condemn union heavyweight John Setka's savage attack on the AFL. Taxpayers were slugged more than $100,000 for an Australian delegation to attend the funeral of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has boldly declared Brisbane's Olympic and Paralympic Games “mess” would be fixed within 100 days of an LNP government surging to power, salvaging Queensland's reputation on the world stage. A teenager allegedly tried to steal a police car after a violent failed carjacking but was tasered and capsicum-sprayed, a court has heard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Dillon defended umpires boss Stephen McBurney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition Leader John Pesutto has taken another swipe at the Allan government for failing to condemn union heavyweight John Setka's savage attack on the AFL. Taxpayers were slugged more than $100,000 for an Australian delegation to attend the funeral of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has boldly declared Brisbane's Olympic and Paralympic Games “mess” would be fixed within 100 days of an LNP government surging to power, salvaging Queensland's reputation on the world stage. A teenager allegedly tried to steal a police car after a violent failed carjacking but was tasered and capsicum-sprayed, a court has heard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition Leader John Pesutto has taken another swipe at the Allan government for failing to condemn union heavyweight John Setka's savage attack on the AFL. Taxpayers were slugged more than $100,000 for an Australian delegation to attend the funeral of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has boldly declared Brisbane's Olympic and Paralympic Games “mess” would be fixed within 100 days of an LNP government surging to power, salvaging Queensland's reputation on the world stage. A teenager allegedly tried to steal a police car after a violent failed carjacking but was tasered and capsicum-sprayed, a court has heard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition Leader John Pesutto has taken another swipe at the Allan government for failing to condemn union heavyweight John Setka's savage attack on the AFL. Taxpayers were slugged more than $100,000 for an Australian delegation to attend the funeral of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has boldly declared Brisbane's Olympic and Paralympic Games “mess” would be fixed within 100 days of an LNP government surging to power, salvaging Queensland's reputation on the world stage. A teenager allegedly tried to steal a police car after a violent failed carjacking but was tasered and capsicum-sprayed, a court has heard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A menacing attack by John Setka on AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney that included his image on a spoof “Wanted: Dead or Alive” poster has been slammed by anti-violence campaigners and the state opposition. Youth offenders have injured 137 people in six years by crashing cars they have stolen in aggravated burglaries.  A NSW Police officer faked a breath test when he caught the son of his senior colleague drink driving on a country road in the state's southwest. Hundreds of  people rallied at Tyndale Christian School in Salisbury East on Wednesday night, in opposition to proposed changes to discrimination laws for faith-based schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerard opened today's show with an editorial about John Setka, Petracca's injury and no Thursday night footy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AFL Record editor Ash Browne joined Gerard and Kane in the studio to speak about Dustin Martin's 300th game and the AFL's media policy, Sunday Night Football, the crowd in Sydney, the reporting of the Crows in Adelaide, Tom Morris' and 'The Hound Wars', John Setka's feud with the AFL, the T20 World Cup, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Setka has confirmed he will target the AFL Head of Umpires Stephen McBurney due to historical industrial relations grievances See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A menacing attack by John Setka on AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney that included his image on a spoof “Wanted: Dead or Alive” poster has been slammed by anti-violence campaigners and the state opposition. Youth offenders have injured 137 people in six years by crashing cars they have stolen in aggravated burglaries.  A NSW Police officer faked a breath test when he caught the son of his senior colleague drink driving on a country road in the state's southwest. Hundreds of  people rallied at Tyndale Christian School in Salisbury East on Wednesday night, in opposition to proposed changes to discrimination laws for faith-based schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The CFMEU's Victorian leader, John Setka, threatens a work-to-rule campaign against the AFL if they don't fire their head of umpiring, Stephen McBurney, a former building watchdog. This move comes amid a broader push by unions for substantial workplace reforms, including increased wages, a shorter work week, and additional leave entitlements, under the supportive Labor government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian CFMEU Secretary, John Setka joined Gary Adshed on 6PR Mornings to discuss demands that the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A menacing attack by John Setka on AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney that included his image on a spoof “Wanted: Dead or Alive” poster has been slammed by anti-violence campaigners and the state opposition. Youth offenders have injured 137 people in six years by crashing cars they have stolen in aggravated burglaries.  A NSW Police officer faked a breath test when he caught the son of his senior colleague drink driving on a country road in the state's southwest. Hundreds of  people rallied at Tyndale Christian School in Salisbury East on Wednesday night, in opposition to proposed changes to discrimination laws for faith-based schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka threatens the AFL for defending its head of umpires Stephen McBurney, a jury finds Hunter Biden guilty on firearms charges. Plus, Liberal Senator Alex Antic on the need for a royal commission into COVID response.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A menacing attack by John Setka on AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney that included his image on a spoof “Wanted: Dead or Alive” poster has been slammed by anti-violence campaigners and the state opposition. Youth offenders have injured 137 people in six years by crashing cars they have stolen in aggravated burglaries.  A NSW Police officer faked a breath test when he caught the son of his senior colleague drink driving on a country road in the state's southwest. Hundreds of  people rallied at Tyndale Christian School in Salisbury East on Wednesday night, in opposition to proposed changes to discrimination laws for faith-based schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka has demanded the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide.  In NSW, Disruption to Sydney's light rail network for 24-hours on Wednesday could soon extend to the city's trains and buses, the sector's union has warned. Taxes on Queenslanders will help plug the state's revenue hole as the golden era of coal royalties comes to an end. Two former Adelaide coaches have questioned the team's mentality on the back of a string of narrow defeats that has left its season in free fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka has demanded the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide.  In NSW, Disruption to Sydney's light rail network for 24-hours on Wednesday could soon extend to the city's trains and buses, the sector's union has warned. Taxes on Queenslanders will help plug the state's revenue hole as the golden era of coal royalties comes to an end. Two former Adelaide coaches have questioned the team's mentality on the back of a string of narrow defeats that has left its season in free fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka has demanded the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide.  In NSW, Disruption to Sydney's light rail network for 24-hours on Wednesday could soon extend to the city's trains and buses, the sector's union has warned. Taxes on Queenslanders will help plug the state's revenue hole as the golden era of coal royalties comes to an end. Two former Adelaide coaches have questioned the team's mentality on the back of a string of narrow defeats that has left its season in free fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka has demanded the AFL sack its umpire boss, former building watchdog Stephen McBurney, or face delays on its league-related projects nationwide.  In NSW, Disruption to Sydney's light rail network for 24-hours on Wednesday could soon extend to the city's trains and buses, the sector's union has warned. Taxes on Queenslanders will help plug the state's revenue hole as the golden era of coal royalties comes to an end. Two former Adelaide coaches have questioned the team's mentality on the back of a string of narrow defeats that has left its season in free fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outgoing state secretary of the CFMEU, John Setka, has defended the union's decision to enter wage negotiations with council garbage collectors and gardeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian state secretary of the CFMEU has defended traffic controllers on big build projects earning over $206,000 a year, despite numerous budget blow out on government projectsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Setka (born September 1964) is an Australian trade unionist. He is secretary of the Victorian-Tasmanian division of the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, and Energy Union which also administers the South Australian division under a temporary arrangement. He is a controversial figure in the Australian trade union movement. He is known for his strong support at a grassroots level, especially among the rank and file of the CFMMEU. His supporters regard him as a strong advocate against political, legal, and industrial opponents; the national secretary of the union, Christy Cain has called him one of the "most fair dinkum union people in this country". On the other hand, Setka's political opponents have derided him as a bully, and criticized his purported stance that it can be necessary to break the law to pursue union interests. He has also faced strong criticism for alleged public remarks on the topic of domestic violence, and a guilty plea for harassing his ex-wife via text, issues that contributed to his formal expulsion from the Australian Labor Party in 2019. In recent years Setka's personal life has been the subject of considerable media attention. His marital breakdown, and associated legal issues, have led to additional public criticism. John Setka was born to a Croatian family. His father was a labourer named Bob Setka, who survived the West Gate Bridge collapsein 1970, one of the worst industrial accidents caused by employer negligence in Victoria's history. Setka began working as a labourer at the age of 19. He began involvement with trade unionism first after joining the Builders Labourers Federation. He was mentored by state secretary John Cummins. Under John's leadership, media commentators have noted the "pervasive power of the CFMEU over construction companies". In 2012 he unsuccessfully attempted to sue the opposition leader Tony Abbott in defamation after Abbott called him a thug. In 2015, Setka encouraged workers within the Rail, Tram and Bus Union to strike during the Australian Football League finals to "use finals fever to their advantage in their bitter industrial fight with Metro Trains and Yarra Trams". The decision was criticised by Victorian Labor minister Jacinta Allan due to the strike's impact on businesses. Setka openly criticised the former prime minister Kevin Rudd in 2018. During a speech, he said: 'he's one of the worst fucking Labor PMs we've ever had ... (because) ... he kept the ABCC and coercive powers and he wants to talk about workers and the trade union movement.' Setka is known for his public condemnation of the ABCC and its staff. In 2017 he publicly threatened to target the home addresses of building watchdog inspectors and lobby local footy clubs so their "kids will be ashamed of who their parents are". These comments were controversial. On the other hand, he is regarded by many in the union movement, especially in the industrial left faction; to be a robust and genuine union activist. He has in the past had strong support from Luke Hilakari, among other prominent leaders in the trade union movement. In August 2022 a unanimous ballot at the South Australian branch of the CFMMEU brought about a co-operative administration arrangement between that branch, and the Victorian-Tasmanian division led by Setka. In 2015 Setka was arrested and forced to appear in court to face blackmail charges. On the day of his court appearance, around 2,000 CFMEU members and other unionists gathered outside the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on 8 December to show their support. Three years later, the Victorian prosecution office dropped the charges, a decision that the Magistrate Charles Rozecwajg described in court as 'very sensible. Setka spoke outside of court saying that he had been the victim of a witch hunt. He later sued a group of executives from the company Boral, successfully obtaining a settlement after alleging they conspired in the tort of malicious prosecution. Expulsion from Labor In June 2019 John attended a meeting of his union's national executive. It was reported by The Age that during that meeting, he made comments to the effect that the work of Rosie Batty had left men with fewer rights. Setka publicly denied that he made the comments. Following the reporting of these comments, the Australian Labor Party leader Anthony Albanese proposed to expel Setka from the Labor Party. John publicly objected to this attempt at expulsion and claimed that there was "dirty politics at work". He made an implicit claim that he was the victim of a witch hunt, driven by his "view of where the union should be in regard to the ALP, and some people probably don't share that view". Reactions to John's behavior and his potential expulsion were mixed. The CFMEU Victoria branch (that he controlled) threatened to cut financial support to the ALP if he was expelled.  The NSW and WA branches also expressed their support. Numerous politicians, as well as the ACTU secretary Sally McManus called on John to step down. Additional pressure upon John arose after the Senate crossbencher Jacqui Lambie threatened political blackmail, making a demand that he steps down or she would vote for a bill strongly opposed by the union movement. This threat was made during a lunch invitation at her Tasmanian house. In the midst of these events, John pleaded guilty to using a carriage service to harass a person in the Melbourne magistrate's court. The victim was identified as his wife at the time, Emma Walters. Following this, more than a dozen individual unions, including the three biggest in the country, renewed their calls for Setka to step aside. Some factional allies of Setka, like the then head of the RTBU Luba Grigorovitch , maintained their support. In July, John applied for an injunction at the Victorian Supreme Court to stop the expulsion decision. He argued at court that the ALP national executive didn't have the legal power to expel him, and that it was instead a matter for the Victorian State party branch. The court decided in August 2019 that the motion to expel Mr. Setka was 'outside the court's jurisdiction', and that it 'could not interfere with internal decisions of voluntary unincorporated associations'. In October he commenced an appeal of this decision, before withdrawing. After its withdrawal, the ALP immediately expelled him.  

Outgoing CFMEU boss John Setka joined Jacqui. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Setka joined Jacqui Felgate after the state government gave the green light to duck hunting today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberal Party will actively campaign against a Indigenous Voice To Parliament Parliament following a majority decision that sets up the referendum as a personal political contest between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.The estranged wife of union boss John Setka has been banned from speaking with a private investigator who she ­allegedly told about a plot to kill her husband.A “revolutionary” scheme to screen French bulldogs and pugs for common breathing problems will be rolled out in Victoria in an Australian first.Port Adelaide chairman David Koch has backed under-fire coach Ken Hinkley, saying it is crazy to make any decisions on his future three rounds into the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The estranged wife of union boss John Setka has been charged with plotting to murder him, Australia's outgoing ambassador to the US has revealed what Donald Trump is really like, Elon Musk is among a group of 1000 experts who've called for a pause in the development of artificial intelligence systems, debates over what time the AFL Grand Final should be played, a New Zealand radio show was shut down live on air and Sharon Stone has revealed how much she was paid to star in Basic Instinct.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The estranged wife of union boss John Setka has been charged with incitement to commit conspiracy to murder after she allegedly attempted to obtain a gun to shoot him.  Family and friends of loved ones lost on ­Victorian roads are calling for minimum jail sentence guidelines for killer drivers after ­losing faith in what they call the ‘weak' justice system.  Controversial independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has been accused of ridiculing a respected Aboriginal Elder at an airport in a public rant against the Indigenous Voice proposal.  Victoria's share of the nation's tourism market has fallen behind Queensland for the first time in a decade,with more travellers opting to head to the sunshine state.  For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription at herald sun.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CFMEU boss John Setka has backed the Albanese government's plan to axe the union-hunting construction watchdog, which Setka says has been an "attack dog" for the Liberal Party since it was established.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weekly update from the CFMEU Construction & General Division (Vic/Tas). Happy Easter from the Boys. John Setka, Branch Secretary, joins the crew to set the record straight and wish you a safe Easter Time.

Nei giorni scorsi, dopo le manifestazioni anti lockdown in tutta Melbourne, il leader dei sindacati John Setka aveva accusato le estreme destre di aver infiltrato il movimento del settore edile. È veramente così?

Hi-vis rallies: cool, cooked or complicated? Let's find out together.   Jeffrey Combs appreciation Watch Jeffrey Combs in the Frighteners. Treat denial Delivery workers at StarTrack and FedEx have struck for safer conditions. Workers from Cadbury and Accolade Wines have also struck for better pay. Hi-vis rallies Massive rallies in Melbourne started as legitimate CMFEU worker complaints. …but were infiltrated by right-wing agitators. And cheered on by “citizen journalists”. CMFEU boss John Setka has been accused of domestic violence. I Don't Know How To Explain To You That You Should Care About Other People. Conservatism is fundamentally aligned with anti-vax sentiment. Tuesday saw protesters going on a long walk around Melbourne, and up the Westgate Bridge. This video of the Australian Army band playing Rage Against the Machine is psychic damage. On Wednesday, chaos and cookers were in control. Interesting side note: the Shrine of Remembrance was built under a work-for-the-dole program. The rest of the week featured cop violence, black-bagging and intimidation. At the 2019 IMARC protests, police a rode horse through a crowd, crushing a protestor's legs. Shoutouts Shoutout to the cool teens who are running one of the best COVID stats sites on Twitter. Support them on Patreon. Follow Lisa on Twitter! Listen to the Reanimates podcast for a nice time. Listen to Lang on Reanimates.

Dr Webster hits back at the CFMEU's John Setka's statement about Mildura, and talks about the region's horticulture needs for international farm labour unlikely to be met at this stage by the Andrews government's labour quarantine arrangements

Two days after the Melbourne construction industry was shut down for two weeks an earthquake led to the deconstruction of some local buildings. In response to being thrown out of work until they take the jab construction workers have raged through Melbourne. I look at Melbourne's extraordinary week on this special Tim's News Explosion. After construction workers protested outside the CFMEU office in Melbourne on Monday angry about their leader John Setka's lack of push back against mandatory vaccinations the Andrews government decided to shut the construction industry for two weeks. The next day a construction worker took his own life while collecting his tools and a day of rage by thousands of construction workers took place in the CBD and moved all the way to the Westgate Bridge. On Wednesday Victoria Police cornered that day's protest to the Shrine of Remembrance where after a standoff they dispersed the protestors with tear gas and rubber/bean bag bullets. Today there were hardly any live streams from the CBD after police tried to block news helicopters showing live ariel footage. Numerous instances of Victoria Police brutality were captured on phone cameras. The police have repeatedly said they are only following orders and they don't get to pick and choose which laws they enforce. Labor MPs and union officials have failed to prove their conspiracy theory that far-right neo-nazi anti-vaxxers were pretending to be union members and construction workers. John Setka the Victorian Secretary of the CFMEU has now stated he has identified members of his union at the protests and will get them sacked from their construction jobs. Monica Smit founder and leader of Reignite Democracy Australia is now free after having the more onerous aspects of her proposed bail overturned by the Victorian Supreme Court. Monica was charged with incitement at the beginning of the month with Victoria Police alleging she incited her members and followers to attend anti-lockdown protests. Contact: Email: me@timwilms.com Message: https://t.me/timwilms Wilms Front Links: Entropy: https://entropystream.live/app/wilmsfront Website: http://timwilms.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/wilmsfront Minds: https://www.minds.com/timwilms Gab: https://gab.com/timwilms Telegram: https://t.me/wilmsfront Parler: https://parler.com/profile/timwilms/ Support the Show: Membership: http://www.theunshackled.net/membership Donate: https://www.theunshackled.net/donate/ Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/TheUnshackled Other Unshackled Productions: Trad Tasman Talk: https://www.theunshackled.net/ttt/ Report From Tiger Mountain: http://reportfromtigermountain.com/ Other Unshackled Links: Website: https://www.theunshackled.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TUnshackled Twitter: https://twitter.com/Un_shackled Gab: https://gab.ai/theunshackled Telegram: https://t.me/theunshackled Minds: https://www.minds.com/The_Unshackled MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/theunshackled Music and Graphics by James Fox Higgins Voice Over by Morgan Munro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nazi cry babies, fascist morons, drunks, opportunists, or just really frustrated construction workers? There are a lot of opinions getting around about exactly who's been protesting on the streets of Melbourne this week. So after several days of clashes with police, what do we know about the real composition of the crowd that stormed the CFMEU headquarters on Monday? And what's driven people to show up every day since? Today on The Signal, Australia's ugliest moment so far in the fight against COVID-19 vaccines. Featured: Ben Schneiders, investigative reporter, The Age Michael Byrne, Partner & workplace relations lawyer, Swaab

Nazi cry babies, fascist morons, drunks, opportunists, or just really frustrated construction workers? There are a lot of opinions getting around about exactly who's been protesting on the streets of Melbourne this week. So after several days of clashes with police, what do we know about the real composition of the crowd that stormed the CFMEU headquarters on Monday? And what's driven people to show up every day since? Today on The Signal, Australia's ugliest moment so far in the fight against COVID-19 vaccines. Featured: Ben Schneiders, investigative reporter, The Age Michael Byrne, Partner & workplace relations lawyer, Swaab

Nazi cry babies, fascist morons, drunks, opportunists, or just really frustrated construction workers? There are a lot of opinions getting around about exactly who's been protesting on the streets of Melbourne this week. So after several days of clashes with police, what do we know about the real composition of the crowd that stormed the CFMEU headquarters on Monday? And what's driven people to show up every day since? Today on The Signal, Australia's ugliest moment so far in the fight against COVID-19 vaccines. Featured: Ben Schneiders, investigative reporter, The Age Michael Byrne, Partner & workplace relations lawyer, Swaab

An anti-vaccination protest turned violent as more than 500 construction workers stormed a union office in Melbourne's CBD. The resignation of Federal pollie Christian Porter from the frontbench has raised questions around whether we do enough to hold our leaders to account. Plus, it's technically a crime in Australia to give medical or financial advice without a licence. So why do influencers with huge followings get away with it? Live guests: John Setka, leader of CFMEU Victoria Dr Joshua Roose, extremism researcher at Deakin Uni Zak Kirkup, former leader of the WA Liberals Jordan Guiao, Australia Institute

We have another bumper episode for you all to chow down on! I think the first half of the show is pretty fun, but with our usual emotional whiplash, the back half of the show has a few content warnings. There are discussions of police violence against Indigenous people, discussing people who have died, and discussion of DV and sexual assault. We've mentioned it in the show before each story and there are timecodes below for you to skip. This week we're serving up... Entree/Blurst Take: Barnaby won't be bullied about climate policy / it was our fourth hottest winter ever  SPOTW: Cringe of the Week goes to Dr Queen Victoria with a lay-up assist to Nys! But the worst post of the week goes to Family Voice for their Fathers' Day photo competition.  Positivity Corner: We have actual positivity corners! Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action sue the NSW EPA; Queensland moves to decriminalise sex work; Srsly Wrong who are our idols are definitely aware of who we are; and Noon's orange tree has finally fruited after several years.  First Nations (CW 35:30): Zac watched Incarceration Nation and reports back about the film and some of the debate that it has raised.  Coronas: There's a UK deal for vaccines and people aren't going to their appointments. But the real news is that the Government totally abandoned their responsibility and has allowed coronavirus to get into prisons. The way they're dealing with it is also bad. Also an Indigenous man has died of Coronavirus for the first time since the pandemic began.   Fashy Australia / Mains (CW 1:03:30): It's a misogyny round-up. John Setka gets worse by the day, as does the Federal Government, who are refusing to implement recommendations for women's safety.  And you'll have to listen to the end for our Pupdate!  If you like the show please consider supporting us financially: www.patreon.com/AuspolSnackpod 

When COVID hit Victoria, the building industry was in danger of being wiped out. Thousands of jobs were at risk during the prolonged lockdown. Then the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMMEU) stepped in with a plan to keep construction going while safeguarding workers from the deadly virus. The industry was kept on life-support and is now ramping up to power the state's recovery. CFMMEU Victorian State Secretary John Setka proudly explains how his union helped steer the construction industry through its worst crisis in a hundred years. The firebrand trade unionist's style has made him a target for the left and right alike. But behind the headlines is a man with a near-messianic focus on workplace safety - the legacy of almost losing his father in the West Gate Bridge collapse. Listen to Stephen and John discuss all of this in the context of the enduring strength of the union, the role of women in the industry, the problem with the Federal ALP and much more. Thanks for listening, see you next week. Follow us on social media: Twitter / Facebook / Instagram Visit our Website

The union boss spoke with Tom Elliott on Friday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

It reads like a movie script. As the Reserve Bank Governor urges Government to consider extending economic assistance, Prime Minister Scott Morrison embarks on a bold plan to change industrial laws. But standing in his way is the imposing figure of union boss John Setka, who is brawling with his union body, the ACTU, his own Federal union and the Federal Opposition. Good luck Scott.

We're back at it again with John Setka, Newstart, the other Leunig (you know, Mary's brother. I think his name is Michael?), Kristina Keneally, and a deep dive into the whole press freedom blackout campaign. We also chat a bit about the show and chew over the feedback we got from the last episode, and of course we're serving up all your favourite segments with a generous helping of memes.

Today we examine Australia's Trump - Peter Dutton, a man who creates obsessive, frothing, hilarious lefty hate ... Setka leaves the ALP but forgets his wallet ... and a court rules that racist transgender loon bag Jessica Yaniv has to wax her own testicles (isn't 2019 awesome!)

Alleged crimes and high crimes are the topics of Friday night's double feature on WilmsFront. First up convicted union criminal John Setka and the alleged crimes of Donald Trump, Joe Biden and his son Hunter. John Setka and State of the Union Movement John Setka the CFMMEU Victorian secretary is fighting to save his union career. Facing expulsion from the Labor Party Setka is being offered up as the sacrificial lamb by the trade union movement in the hope of protecting the rest of their thuggish and corrupt behaviour. Kyle Kutasi board member of the HR Nicholls Society explains how Setka's conduct is entrenched in the history of unionism in Australia. Kyle also explains some of the successes and failures of the conservative side of politics to curb their destructive influencer Trump-Biden- Ukraine Scandal United States President Donald Trump is facing impeachment by House Democrats over his phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky back in July. Trump suggested to the new President to clean up corruption he looks into Crowdstrike, a cybersecurity firm which investigated how the DNC emails were leaked to WikiLeaks in 2016. But it was Trump's suggested that Ukraine investigate Burisma Holdings which had on its legal team Hunter Biden for corruption. Joe Biden bragged that he got the lead Ukrainian prosecutor investigating the case fired in 2016 threatening to withhold to US military aid. I lay out the complete non-fake news facts about Trump's communications with foreign leaders, the deep state working against him, the difficulty in researching the truth in the manipulated online world, plus Hunter Biden's drug abuse and similar suspect business conduct in China. Wilms Front Links: Website: http://timwilms.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wilmsfront Twitter: https://twitter.com/wilmsfront Minds: https://www.minds.com/timwilms Gab: https://gab.com/timwilms Rational Rise TV: https://rationalrise.tv/ Support the Show: Membership: http://www.theunshackled.net/membership Donate: https://www.theunshackled.net/donate/ Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/theunsh... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theunshackled Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/TheUnshackled Other Unshackled Productions: The Uncuckables: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDg6qZbQt68DJ4gmHWhOCuw Debt Nation: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKKEHuAGzwVtIEIFW3cZOPg Affiliate Productions: The Rational Rise: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdEfsAy6rUDPnm9HwKA_asg Right Minds NZ: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFcFU3Qv9lKc9rHEIqWd6Dw Matty's Modern Life: https://www.youtube.com/user/mattus52 XYZ Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVPqW6Mi0XP6hOXTE4sT6g Melbourne Traditionalists: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREh4e70ZihL5dj0N_kyaaw Other Unshackled Links: Website: https://www.theunshackled.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TUnshackled Twitter: https://twitter.com/Un_shackled Gab: https://gab.ai/theunshackled Telegram: https://t.me/theunshackled Minds: https://www.minds.com/The_Unshackled MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/theunshackled Music and Graphics by James Fox Higgins Voice Over By Morgan Munro

This week we watched the classic Auspol documentary Rats in the Ranks and interview Charlie from Dead End Film Festival about it. Go to the screening next week and check out the festival in November at http://deff.tvAnd we chow down on the news of the week: John Setka, the failed #libspill in NSW, the murder of a First Nations woman by police, and the failure of the ABC to manage white supremacists.BTW Zac mistakenly calls a film "The Killing Fields", but it's actually called "The Killing Season". Oops.

The latest Unshackled production Wilms Front premiered tonight live on the show's new dedicated channel. I begin by by setting the scene about how WilmsFront episodes will be formatted, and what to expect. Then I get straight into a brief analysis of what is in the news cycle right now. Three Australians are currently imprisoned in Iran. Liberal MP Gladys Liu's alleged Chinese Communist Party connections have plagued the Morrison Government all week. There's been another rally against the legislative bill in NSW to legalize abortion up until birth. Disgraced CFMEU union official John Setka has unleashed a vile spray against the Senate crossbench. Plus drug testing welfare recipients is still on the government's agenda. The first in-depth topic of the night is the Democratic presidential primary candidates in the United States. My analysis is based on the third round of primary debates. The candidate I support is Tulsi Gabbard as she is anti-war, pro-America anti-Saudi Arabia. I share my theory about how she can become President. A new drama film is being released called 'Cuck'. It tells the story of a white man who loses his job and becomes a white nationalist alt-right blogger. Although intended to demonize the alt-right it actually shows how unemployment and economic decadence is unhealthy for society no matter what race it affects. I n an era of corporate virtue signalling and big tech information stealing and manipulation, I share my favourite corporation: Apple. It values its customers' privacy, has limited censorship and has created jobs in its home country the United States. You will soon be able to catch WilmsFront on Rational Rise TV, and your preferred podcasting platform. See you next show on Wednesday night at 7pm Melbourne time. Wilms Front Links: Website: http://timwilms.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wilmsfront Twitter: https://twitter.com/wilmsfront Minds: https://www.minds.com/timwilms Gab: https://gab.com/timwilms Rational Rise TV: https://rationalrise.tv/ Support the Show: Membership: http://www.theunshackled.net/membership Donate: https://www.theunshackled.net/donate/ Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/theunsh... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theunshackled Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/TheUnshackled Other Unshackled Productions: The Uncuckables: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDg6qZbQt68DJ4gmHWhOCuw Debt Nation: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKKEHuAGzwVtIEIFW3cZOPg Affiliate Productions: The Rational Rise: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdEfsAy6rUDPnm9HwKA_asg Right Minds NZ: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFcFU3Qv9lKc9rHEIqWd6Dw Matty's Modern Life: https://www.youtube.com/user/mattus52 XYZ Live: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVPqW6Mi0XP6hOXTE4sT6g Melbourne Traditionalists: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCREh4e70ZihL5dj0N_kyaaw Other Unshackled Links: Website: https://www.theunshackled.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TUnshackled Twitter: https://twitter.com/Un_shackled Gab: https://gab.ai/theunshackled Telegram: https://t.me/theunshackled Minds: https://www.minds.com/The_Unshackled MeWe: https://mewe.com/p/theunshackled Music and Graphics by James Fox Higgins Voice Over by Morgan Munro

Electric vehicles are inevitable. So is death. Sometimes delay the inevitable is a good thing. The real problem with John Setka and how ICAC exposes political finance flaws.

The Morrison government is pushing for legislation to more easily deregister unions. It argues the new laws are needed to respond to figures such as John Setka. Mike Seccombe on the laws already in place and the Coalition’s real intent.Guest: National correspondent for The Saturday Paper Mike Seccombe.Background reading:Coalition bets anti-union bill on Setka rebuke in The Saturday PaperThe Saturday PaperThe MonthlyFor more information on today’s episode, visit 7ampodcast.com.au. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anthony Albanese has a blunt message for critics who are accusing Labor of attacking government measures but then voting for them. They should “examine the world as it is rather than as they would like it to be,” he says. In the post-election reality the Senate will mostly support the government. This severely limits the opposition's capacity to alter legislation. In this podcast episode, Albanese defends Labor's backing for the government's $158 billion tax package, supports an increase in Newstart, and strongly argues the need to take the superannuation guarantee to 12%. He remains confident in his ability to force the expulsion from the party of maverick unionist John Setka, regardless of the outcome of the court action Setka has brought. “That will happen. His values don't fit the values of the ALP. It's as simple as that,” he says. But he stays implacably opposed to the government's Ensuring Integrity legislation to enable tougher action against erring union officials, saying Labor will vote against it. Despite its problems at the election, Albanese believes Labor can successfully appeal to both working class aspirational voters and its progressive supporters, maintaining they have common interests in an ALP government. Additional audio: A List of Ways to Die, Lee Rosevere, from Free Music Archive. Image: AAP/LUKAS COCH

This week I give a rundown of the four main pieces of legislation to be debated this week which will test Labor's new leadership. I also discuss the fracturing of the union and Labor party relationship after Albanese's move to expel union leader John Setka for the Labor party. Finally, learn about the state of the government and people in Venezuela after the political coup earlier in the year.

On Arts Wednesday 10 July 2019, Sylvia’s guest was philosopher Dr Simon Longstaff, Director of the Ethics Centre. In the light of recent headline news – Israel Folau, John Setka, AFP raids on journalists – what is free speech in Australia and what should it be in a fair society?

The ACTU leadership has pushed controversial construction boss John Setka to quit his union job but its president Michele O'Neil says the final decision on his leadership rests on the union membership. She told The Conversation “members of unions elect their leadership and that’s an important principle”. In this podcast episode O'Neil denounces the government’s plan to bring back to parliament the Ensuring Integrity Bill - which would give the government greater power to crack down on union lawbreaking - saying it is a “very extreme and dangerous bit of law”. “It is not about integrity, it’s a political attack,” she says, citing the ability of banks and politicians to adopt voluntary codes of practice. O'Neil is highly suspicious of Scott Morrison putting industrial relations back on the policy agenda, with a review now in train, to which the unions, unlike business, haven’t yet been invited to contribute. But she flags they will strongly argue their case over coming months, saying “we’ve written to Christian Porter asking why he hasn’t asked to meet with us…[this] won’t stop us advocating and putting forward what we think because it’s important for workers”. Additional audio: A List of Ways to Die, Lee Rosevere, from Free Music Archive. Image:  AAP/PETER RAE  

Friday 28 June 2019with Jacob & Zane7:00am acknowledgement of country7:01am discussion on Israel Folou and the hypocrisy of the right and free speech.7:07am a discussion about the tensions developing between Iran and the United States with a particular focus on Scott Morrison and the Australian government not ruling out involvement. 7:10am  a discussion between Zane and Jacob about the situation in the CFMMEU and John Setka and his refusal to step down as secretary 7:25am politics in South Korea the arrest and release of South Korean Trade Union Leader drawing on a article by Labor Notes 7:33am discussion about the HBO Chernobyl series and how it explores the negative impacts of nuclear energy.7:38am discussion about Turkish mayoral elections and workers left front in Argentina 7:45am a interview with Simon Samson a catholic priest and member of the Eriterian community about the on-going resistance against the dictatorship in Eriteria.8:00am activist calendar8:10am interview with Katherine Cunningham secretary of Earthworker Cooperative about the current developments in Earthworker.8:27 am closing of program. 

Nobody better embodies the troubles in the modern union movement than John Setka. Ever since Setka indicated a month ago he would plead guilty to criminal charges of harassing a woman and breaching court orders, the calls for him to step aside have grown louder. All of this, timed perfectly before the first sitting week of the newly-elected Morrison government - which wants to bring back legislation allowing the deregistration of what it calls “rogue” unions. The unions have a dilemma on their hands - after gaining domestic violence leave for millions of Australian workers, their achievement is being undermined by a powerful leader labelled ‘misogynist’ by a magistrate. This week, how does the modern labor movement solve a problem like John Setka? Host: Tory Maguire, National Editor, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Guests: Anna Patty, Workplace Editor, The Sydney Morning Herald. Ben Schneiders, Investigative journalist, The Age. Subscribe to The Age or The Sydney Morning Herald How are we doing? Get in touch with the team: pleaseexplain@theage.com.au or pleaseexplain@smh.com.au

This week Hugh is joined by Catharine Lumby, Professor of Media at Macquarie University, to get her thoughts on the Israel Folau situation, John Setka, and the AFP raids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia spend $200 million a week to support the renewables boondoggle. If this is what it costs to 'do nothing about climate change', what's the cost of 'climate action' going to be? We also cover how John Setka is making a union leaker very, very nervous, and free speech is dead in New Zealand.

Watching Q&A is like poking a stick in your eye. But it's worth it to see climate scientist David Karoly concede every point to Alan Jones - especially when he doesn't realise he's doing it.

* John Setka denies making negative comments about anti-domestic violence campaigner Rosie Batty.* Advocates warn of spike in refugee self-harming in offshore centres.*Turkey slammed a resolution approved by the U.S. Congress on the nature of allied ties between Turkey and the United States. - SBS Radyo Türkçe Programı'ndan Avustralya, Türkiye ve dünya haberleri. Günün haber özetleri; * Sendika lideri John Setka, aktivist Rosie Batty'yi aşağılayan sözler söylediği iddialarını reddetti. * Mülteci hakları savunucuları Nauru ve Manus'daki bütün mültecilerin tahliyesini istiyor. * Türk Dışişleri Bakanlığı, Amerikan Temsilciler Meclisi'nin, Türkiye'nin S400'ler ile F35'ler arasında tercih yapmasi gerektiğini söyleyen yasa tasarısını kınadı...

The NSW ALP is leaking like a sieve - this time against Chris Bowen and a donation which can't be sourced, although there are links to CCP groups in Australia and Sam Dastyari's old mate Huang Xiangmo. It's a shocking indictment of how cheaply Australian politics influence can be accessed.

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The ALP was fine with CFMEU thug John Setka threatening ABCC workers, fine with decades of abuse of employers, fine with millions in fines, fine with yelling abuse at a women over a phone, fine with dozens of charges, but the final straw was when John Setka said Rosie Batty was diminishing the rights of men.

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Special Counsel Robert Mueller found no evidence of 'collusion' and didn't recommend a prosecution on obstruction, but he has given Democrats all the ammunition they need to push for impeachment. And ... Ita finds bias at the ABC (it was behind the couch) and why won't the CFMMEU denounce john Setka?

7am Intro and acknowledgement of country7:02 am News:The inquiry into banks and the details of what bank staff can and cannot do with our accounts and their liberal rights when it comes to giving loans and corruption that accompanies the large amount of power they wield in relation to managing our accounts.Employers and their desire to deregister unions especially the CFMMEU2GB and their misinformation – fined 3.2 million deliberate misleading news;Morrison and his criticism of John Setka from the CFMMEU showing children in support of the unionsHarper Nielsen – the objector to standing up for the national anthem; the hysteria around this action by a very smart and critical 9 year oldThe storm that is about to happen in Puerto Rico and the expected disasterAdani and the mining in the aquafers; Arresting of coal protestorsPalestine and current issues7.20 am Interview with S. Arutchelvan from Parti Socials Malaysia re the promises made during elections by the current government of Malaysia the Pakatan Harapan. (Coalition of Hope)More news:-The militarisation of the police in VictoriaStop Adani protest stopped by the police in favour of the Nigel Farage meeting8.00am: Calendar – events coming up8.10 am: Interview : Andy Hacking from the AWU in WA re the Alcoa workers on strike 8.28 Close

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InterviewsInterview with John Setka from the CFMEU (Construction Forestry and Mining Union), on the Liberals attack on trade unions and supuerannuation.Interview with Ronny Kareni, West Papuan activist, on current issues in West Papua and the scandal with the Indonesian government and Donald Trumps involvement in the Freeport mine.