A Union's Reputation on Trial The Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU and Misconduct in the Construction Industry has shed light on the complex web of relationships between unions, politicians, and industry leaders in Australia.
Geoffrey Watson SC, author of a damning report into the Queensland branch of the CFMEU, has been at the center of recent inquiry hearings, facing intense cross examination over his methodology and findings.
Watson's June 2025 report painted a picture of a union mired in violence and intimidation.