The Queensland Government established the Commission of Inquiry to inquire into allegations of misconduct by the CFMEU and in the construction industry, as well as several other matters outlined in its Terms of Reference .
The Commission has been asked to make recommendations to the Queensland Government based on its findings.
Stuart John Wood AM KC was appointed as Commissioner to lead the Inquiry.
The Commissioner is supported by a team of legal professionals, investigators, and staff to assist in conducting the Inquiry.
Yes. The Commission has been established under the Commissions of Inquiry Act 1950 (Qld) and operates independently of government.
The Commission has broad powers to gather information.
For example, these include requiring people to give evidence, produce documents, and attend hearings.
The Commission will use the information it gathers to guide its investigations and to inform its findings and recommendations.
The Commission aims to undertake a full and careful inquiry, in an open and transparent manner, with respect to the matters outlined in its Terms of Reference. It will then provide the Queensland Government with any appropriate recommendations that arise from the inquiry.
The Commission will write a report detailing its findings and provide recommendations to the Queensland Government.
The final report is due to the Queensland Government by 3 December 2027.