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Premier Allan Under Fire Over CFMEU Corruption Scandal

2/18/2026

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces growing scrutiny over her handling of alleged corruption linked to the CFMEU, which may have cost taxpayers up to $15 billion.
A report by Geoffrey Watson SC claims the CFMEU has engaged in serious misconduct, including ties to organized crime.
The Victorian government has been criticized for not granting IBAC the powers needed to investigate these allegations.

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan faces growing scrutiny over her handling of alleged corruption linked to the CFMEU, which may have cost taxpayers up to $15 billion.
A report by Geoffrey Watson SC claims the CFMEU has engaged in serious misconduct, including ties to organized crime.
The Victorian government has been criticized for not granting IBAC the powers needed to investigate these allegations.