Revelations today of yet another investigation into the CFMEU’s South Australian branch must be sending a shiver through the Labor Government.
“The Opposition has long been concerned about the takeover of the SA branch and the implications that has had on the SA building and construction sector,” said the Leader of the Opposition, Vincent Tarzia.
“The Government has repeatedly said there is nothing to see here, yet here we have another investigation launched into possible organised crime links and how the SA branch went from a profit to financially insolvent in a couple of years,” he said.
The Shadow Minister for Government Accountability, Ben Hood said Mr Malinauskas has overseen a say-nothing, see-nothing, do-nothing government regarding the CFMEU.
“This is just another example of the Government failing South Australians,” said Mr Hood.
Mr Hood said the Malinauskas Labor Government is under additional scrutiny, with mounting evidence that beneath the polished surface lies a government mired in dysfunction.
“From leadership failures, project mismanagement and a health system in crisis South Australians are left asking what is going on?
“The resignation of Dini Soulio as Chief Executive of Super SA amid allegations of misconduct is yet another example of chaos under Labor’s watch. Investigations into Mr. Soulio’s tenure as South Australia's Consumer and Business Services (CBS) Commissioner have only added to the perception of instability within key government institutions.
The Opposition has continually raised serious concerns about the state’s multi-billion dollar Northern Water Project, which has already undergone significant changes since the creation
of the Office of Northern Water Delivery. Key responsibilities have been shifted to the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, and the abrupt resignation of the acting CEO has left questions about the project’s future.
Similarly, the new $3.2 billion Women’s and Children’s Hospital remains without a dedicated Project Director months after the role was vacated. The Government’s lack of urgency in addressing this critical vacancy underscores broader concerns about its ability to manage complex infrastructure projects.
The Torrens to Darlington Project and the state’s hydrogen plant have also faced significant challenges, including delays and cost overruns, further highlighting the internal struggles of the Malinauskas Government to deliver on its promises.
“Peter Malinauskas might be quick with a smile and a selfie, but even he cannot sweep in and save every sinking ship under his government’s watch,” said Mr Hood.
“South Australians are beginning to see a pattern of chaos, mismanagement, and instability that should make us all question whether this government is capable of delivering for our state.”
