The Tainted Legacy of John Setka: A Union's Reckoning The news that former Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) boss John Setka is set to be expelled from the union he led for 12 years marks a long overdue reckoning.
For too long, his tenure was marred by a culture of intimidation, corruption, and favoritism towards big business and gangland figures.
The allegations against him – of threatening and abusing administration staff, including current administrator Michael Crosby – paint a damning picture of a man who prioritized his own power and influence over the welfare of union members.