Commission of Inquiry confirms additional 2026 hearing dates

28 June 2026

The Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU and Misconduct in the Construction Industry has confirmed further sitting dates for 2026, following the Queensland Government's decision to extend the Commission's reporting date to 3 December 2027.

The additional time will allow the Commission to work through the substantial volume of evidence before it, hold further public hearings, and ensure relevant witnesses and affected parties have the opportunity to give evidence and be cross-examined ahead of the Commission's final report.

The following sitting blocks have been confirmed for 2026:

  • 14–16 July 2026 (Commonwealth Law Courts, Brisbane)
  • 28–31 July 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 18–20 August 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 25–27 August 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 6–8 October 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 27–29 October 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 10–12 November 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 24–26 November 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)
  • 8–10 December 2026 (Brisbane Magistrates Court)

The above information is subject to change, and any updates will be published on the Commission's website.

Members of the public are encouraged to watch the hearings live. Transcripts will be published online as they become available.

Workers, subcontractors, industry participants and community members are encouraged to come forward with information they feel is relevant to the inquiry. This information will be treated in strict confidence unless stated otherwise. This information can be provided either by calling our reporting hotline on 1800 810 933 or by filling out the online form.

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Media enquiries: media@cfmeuinquiry.qld.gov.au

Last updated: June 2026