What did the CFMEU report allege in Victoria?

A report to Queensland’s inquiry alleged entrenched corruption in the CFMEU’s Victorian branch, estimated up to A$15 billion in taxpayer losses across Big Build projects, and referred matters to federal and state police. These are allegations under investigation, but they raise significant governance and procurement concerns for active and planned works.

How could jacinta allan respond to the report?

jacinta allan can order immediate procurement audits, install independent probity reviewers, refresh contractor prequalification, and publish clearer conflict and compliance rules. Coordinated work with police and regulators would steady operations while reforms roll out. The goal is to protect value, maintain delivery, and rebuild market confidence quickly.

What does this mean for Victoria Big Build timelines?

Short term, expect more checks, possible retenders, and tighter oversight. Most work can continue if reforms are targeted and fast. Broader, slower reviews would raise compliance costs and could delay awards or resequence packages, affecting revenue timing for contractors, quarries, and materials suppliers tied to the A$100 billion pipeline.

Which companies face near-term risk from these developments?

Prime contractors with high Victorian exposure face the greatest timing and margin risk. Materials providers in aggregates, cement, steel, and equipment hire follow. Engineering consultants also feel bid and scope changes. Firms with strong governance records and diversified state or private work should be better positioned during tightened procurement.

Law and Government

Jacinta Allan, February 13: CFMEU Report Puts Victoria Big Build at Risk

ByDanny Kontos February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

jacinta allan faces rising risk around Victoria Big Build after a report to Queensland’s CFMEU inquiry alleged entrenched corruption in the union’s Victorian branch. The report estimates up to A$15 billion in taxpayer losses and refers matters to federal and state police. With an A$100 billion pipeline in play, Premier Jacinta Allan may move on procurement reviews and tighter oversight. For investors, shifts in reviews, timelines and costs could affect margins for construction and materials suppliers exposed to these projects.