CFMEU Inquiry Seeks 15 Men Over Annerley Worksite Incident

The Queensland government's Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU has released images of 15 men it seeks to identify and speak with regarding an incident at an Annerley Cross River Rail worksite on May 1, 2024. The inquiry, with a budget of $19.7 million, stated the men were present at a "confrontational protest," while investigators provided the images following reports of a "suspected brawl" at the site.

The commission aims to gather "all relevant perspectives" as part of its investigation.

Inquiry's Request

On Sunday afternoon, the Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU published images of 15 men believed to have been present at a worksite incident. The commission has formally requested to speak with these individuals as part of its ongoing $19.7 million investigation.

This outreach is intended to ensure "all relevant perspectives are heard" regarding the event. The inquiry plans to interview the men at future hearings.

Incident Details

The commission stated that the men were at a "confrontational protest" at an Annerley Cross River Rail worksite on May 1, 2024. Investigators supplied the images after reports of an alleged or suspected brawl occurred at the location.

The 15 unidentified men, some of whom were wearing masks or other face coverings, were observed with known union members at the edge of the site along Cope Street.