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Crack down on construction union clears final hurdle

Crack down on construction union clears final hurdle

The CFMEU has signalled it could challenge new laws forcing it into administration for at least three years, as parliament agreed to pass the reforms.

Construction union takeover to be cemented after deal

Construction union takeover to be cemented after deal

Construction union takeover to be cemented after deal

Construction union takeover to be cemented after deal

All construction divisions of the CFMEU will face a minimum three-year administration period and up to five with serious penalties for non-compliance.

Gangland boss murder accused's cases fast tracked

Gangland boss murder accused's cases fast tracked

Gangland boss murder accused's cases fast tracked

Gangland boss murder accused's cases fast tracked

Two men charged over the execution-style murder of a gangland boss Gavin "Capable" Presto in broad daylight have been committed to stand trial.

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CFMEU-linked super execs probed as administration looms

CFMEU-linked super execs probed as administration looms

The finance industry watchdog has demanded an investigation into CFMEU-appointed directors to super funds after allegations of criminal behaviour in the union.

CFMEU crackdown faces delay as negotiations drag

CFMEU crackdown faces delay as negotiations drag

The coalition wants to strengthen Labor laws to take over the CFMEU but the push for an inquiry is being criticised with concerns witnesses won't come forward.

Stolen 'kill cars' seized in gangland war crackdown

Stolen 'kill cars' seized in gangland war crackdown

The seizure of stolen vehicles intended for use as 'kill cars' will disrupt organised crime, say police after the latest raid in a crackdown on gang activity.

Myanmar refugee in Melbourne saving scam gangs' slaves

Myanmar refugee in Melbourne saving scam gangs' slaves

A Myanmar refugee in Melbourne who rescues migrant workers enslaved in scam schemes operated by Chinese mafia says Australia is seen as prime duping territory.

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Rapper and accused gangster bailed with $1.8m pledge

Rapper and accused gangster bailed with $1.8m pledge

Rapper and accused gangster bailed with $1.8m pledge

Rapper and accused gangster bailed with $1.8m pledge

Rapper and alleged Alameddine gang associate Ali Younes - also known as Ay Huncho - has been granted bail over an alleged kidnapping in Sydney's west.

CFMEU construction work under review as charities baulk

CFMEU construction work under review as charities baulk

CFMEU construction work under review as charities baulk

CFMEU construction work under review as charities baulk

Two charities are reviewing their ties to the CFMEU, which is facing allegations of criminal links as the government seeks reassurances about large projects.

CFMEU worksite 'reign of terror' must end: contractors

CFMEU worksite 'reign of terror' must end: contractors

CFMEU worksite 'reign of terror' must end: contractors

CFMEU worksite 'reign of terror' must end: contractors

Allegations of CFMEU bullying and standover tactics have been raised for years but fell on deaf ears, says a group representing Queensland building contractors.

CFMEU suffers labor pains as ALP turns on the blowtorch

CFMEU suffers labor pains as ALP turns on the blowtorch

CFMEU suffers labor pains as ALP turns on the blowtorch

CFMEU suffers labor pains as ALP turns on the blowtorch

National and state Labor parties will no longer accept donations from the CFMEU's construction arm as it breaks links with the troubled union.

Labor urged to give CFMEU the cold shoulder on projects

Labor urged to give CFMEU the cold shoulder on projects

Labor urged to give CFMEU the cold shoulder on projects

Labor urged to give CFMEU the cold shoulder on projects

The CFMEU's alleged links to serious criminals and bikies has sparked calls to dump members of the construction union from major infrastructure advisory roles.

Qld freezes talks with union as Vic allegations unfold

Qld freezes talks with union as Vic allegations unfold

Qld freezes talks with union as Vic allegations unfold

Qld freezes talks with union as Vic allegations unfold

No further meetings will proceed between the construction union and Queensland's Labor government while serious allegations develop interstate.

Advice sought on 'abhorrent' alleged union crime links

Advice sought on 'abhorrent' alleged union crime links

Advice sought on 'abhorrent' alleged union crime links

Advice sought on 'abhorrent' alleged union crime links

The powerful CFMEU could face serious repercussions from the minister with "all options on the table" after reports of alleged links to bikies and criminals.

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Police link tonnes of illegal tobacco to crime boss

Police have seized tonnes of illicit tobacco after raids on properties linked to organised crime, as an alleged enforcer had extortion charges dropped.

Airport staff busted aiding drug smuggling ring

Dozens of Melbourne Airport staff breached security checks in the past year, with many suspected of working for organised criminals.

Ibrahim avoids jail after long money-laundering stoush

Fadi Ibrahim has been given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to a money-laundering offence linked to a loan he gave his brother Michael.

Call for crackdown on trackers used to hunt DV victims

Stronger regulations are needed to protect domestic violence victims as offenders increasingly use trackers to intimidate and harass, experts say.

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Cops, banks team up to track cash feeding child abuse

A major Australian bank has teamed up with the police to stamp out child abuse material by tracking suspicious financial transactions.

Granny-flat hideout clue in search for drug diver

Police have carried out a forensic search on a Sydney property where a missing Brazilian man linked to a Newcastle cocaine haul is thought to have hidden out.

Tobacco arson 'puppeteer' arrested in cross-state raids

Police in two states have arrested 13 people who were allegedly part of an organised crime group and seized millions of illicit cigarettes, and stolen cars.

Fire authorities issue warning as tobacco war continues

Police are investigating two new attacks on Melbourne tobacco stores, one engulfed by fire and the other the target of a ram raid.

Bikies 'cannot hide' as dozens arrested in joint raids

Organised crime using regional towns for business have been put on notice after police in two states made dozens of arrests and seized weapons in raids.

Truck link to case of missing Brazilian drug diver

Police want to bring closure to the family of a Brazilian man who is still missing two years after an attempted multimillion-dollar cocaine smuggling attempt.

Fraud charges over Russia-bound phones, mortgages

Four men from an organised crime syndicate have been charged with almost 100 offences including fraud and dealing with proceeds of crime worth about $4 million.

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