A police camera hidden in the ceiling of the CFMEU’s Sydney office allegedly captured NSW construction union boss Darren Greenfield being passed a $5000 bundle of cash.
A police camera hidden in the ceiling of the CFMEU’s Sydney office allegedly captured NSW construction union boss Darren Greenfield being passed a $5000 bundle of cash as part of a suspected kickback deal involving money traded for union backing.
Images show Darren Greenfield allegedly taking a wad of cash under a table and then putting it in an office drawer .The vision was filmed as part of a joint NSW Police and Australian Federal Police operation targeting Greenfield. The operation led to him being charged with corruption offences in September 2021. His son, Michael Greenfield, the NSW CFMEU’s assistant secretary, was also charged.
NSW Premier Chris Minns also said on Monday that Greenfield should quit. “Clearly, these are very serious charges before the courts; they couldn’t be more serious and it’s hard to see how he can continue in that role while facing serious charges before the court. So, I think he should go,” he said. “I’m prepared to take further actions if more information is presented to the public,” he said. “There can be no ambiguity in relation to this.”In Victoria, fresh allegations have emerged about CFMEU assistant secretary Derek Christopher, who is positioning to replace former union boss John Setka as leader of the union’s most powerful branch.
It can also be confirmed that the police investigation into Christopher has been delayed because of legal issues involving the use of certain covert police powers. Information gathered by detectives via the application of special police powers must be used carefully or it risks contaminating future charges.
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