Recent investigations into the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) have surfaced serious allegations of fraud, threats, and intimidation, particularly highlighted in a joint report titled 'Building Bad' by major Australian media outlets.

Among the most notable developments, a 40-year-old CFMEU official, Joel Shackleton, has been charged with threats to kill and inflict serious injury on two owners of a labour-hire company.

This arrest follows a broader inquiry by Victoria Police, which is considering additional charges related to alleged fraud in the construction sector, particularly after a senior CFMEU official was arrested for threatening to kill an Indigenous labour-hire owner.

Victoria Police are conducting complex investigations into alleged fraud within the building industry, with assistance from external legal experts.

Transport Infrastructure Minister Danny Pearson has emphasized the importance of a safe and respectful workplace, condemning violence and bullying.

In a related matter, police confirmed that former CFMEU leader John Setka's presence at taxpayer-funded projects did not violate any laws, as there was no evidence of trespassing.

Authorities concluded that no trespass occurred during Setka's activities, as there was no evidence that he was asked to leave by an authorized person.

Accusations of workplace bullying and unlawful imprisonment on a CFMEU worksite could not be substantiated due to insufficient evidence.

Additionally, twelve further allegations have been referred to various agencies, including the Australian Federal Police and the Fair Work Commission, for further investigation.

Detectives from the financial crime squad are continuing to look into claims of intimidation against a developer, although no crime has been identified so far.

Victoria Police have consulted the independent Construction Sector Review and plan to share any relevant findings from their ongoing investigations.

Despite numerous allegations, Victoria Police decided not to act on five of the eight allegations within their scope due to unwilling complainants or a lack of identifiable criminal offenses.