‘The gangsters have gone f*cking nowhere’: The failed clean up of the CFMEU

When footage of a CFMEU “health inspector” assaulting a woman was made public last week, it shocked a lot of people. But many union members weren’t surprised. It’s been six months since the CFMEU, one of Australia’s most powerful unions, was put under federal administration. But now, the lawyer tasked with investigating corruption within the union is openly saying not only has it not improved – it’s worse than he could have imagined. Today, associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin McKenzie-Murray, on the union members fighting back – and whether the CFMEU can be saved.   If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Associate editor of The Saturday Paper, Martin McKenzie-Murray Photo: AAP Image / James RossSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.