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Former department chief warned over memory lapses at CFMEU inquiry

Original report: ABC Queensland · 11 November 2026 at 4:16 pm (Brisbane time)

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What we know so far

ABC Queensland reports on "Former department chief warned over memory lapses at CFMEU inquiry". Its published summary states: Former department chief Michael De'Ath has faced questions at the Queensland CFMEU inquiry over whether union pressure influenced departmental decisions.. For the complete account and further updates, see the original reporting linked below.

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