The funeral where the worlds of power, politics and organised crime came together
The funeral of Bob Setka, father of former union boss John Setka, highlighted the complex relationships between Victoria's construction industry, labor unions, and political figures. The attendance of government ministers at the event underscored the deep ties between the state's infrastructure projects and union leadership.
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The intersection of political power and union influence in major infrastructure projects is a significant issue for public accountability and governance.
The 2023 burial of the father of disgraced former building union chief John Setka revealed the deep interconnections of Victoria’s troubled construction industry.
Disgraced former CFMEU boss John Setka, who rose from being muscle on Melbourne building sites to running one of the country’s most important unions. Chris Hopkins Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items.
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