Political Tug-of-War: Coalition Fights for Credit on CFMEU Bill

The Opposition claimed Australian Labor Party has been forced to deal with a monster of its own making.

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

After several disagreements in passing the bill to place the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining, and Energy Union (CFMEU) under administration, some Coalition and Independent MPs claimed credit for raising the issue and ensuring the bill’s passage.

As soon as the bill was introduced in the House after amendments by the Home Minister Tony Burke, arguments erupted.