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CFMEU ‘enjoy a significant level of influence’ over Victorian government, Big Build royal commission hears

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on November 9, 2026 • Originally reported by Nino Bucci and Jack Larkin. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Inquiry into allegations of corruption begins block of hearings focused on 2022 level crossing removal project

The royal commission into allegations of corruption on Victorian Big Build projects has heard a major construction company feared putting the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) offside because of its close links to the Daniel Andrews Labor government.

The first block of hearings under the commission into the integrity of major public and civil infrastructure construction projects in Victoria will hear evidence about the union’s involvement in a level crossing removal project at Gap Road in Sunbury, north of Melbourne, in 2022.

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