Federal Government Appoints Administrator to Deal With Troubled CFMEU

The Fair Work Commission general manager will act as an independent administrator after what has been described as ‘abhorrent’ conduct within the union.

A Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) signage at the CFMEU Construction Victoria offices in Melbourne, Australia on July 15, 2024. AAP Image/Joel Carrett

The federal government has appointed an independent administrator to oversee the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) in the wake of crime and corruption allegations.

Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke appointed Fair Work Commission General Manager Murray Furlong as an independent administrator on July 17.