Liberal Party's Construction Commission Plan

0:00In Adelaide, its February 27th, here's what is happening. South Australia's Libra Party has a plan to set up a construction industry commission if they win the March State election. The goal is to shield the building sector from outside union pressures, especially from groups like the CFMEU, which faced administration last year. Over-series, misconduct claims. The commission would work as an independent watchdog, cracking down on coercive or unlawful behavior on job sites. This comes amid worries about union grip on big projects, such as the New Women's and Children's Hospital and the Adelaide Central Market upgrade. Party leaders point to past-cost overruns and instability in other states as a warning. They tried pushing a similar bill back in 2022, and yesterday they also pledged a $10,000 bonus for locals over 21, who start as construction apprentices. Meanwhile, Premier Peter Malanowskas shared exciting news about the art scene. He's bringing a major production of the Hungarian Opera, Bluebeard's Castle, to the 2027 Adelaide

1:02Festival. This one-act classic, directed by a top international name, will play at the festival theater right alongside the Italian hit Aida. It's the first large-scale pro-staging of it in Australia, highlighting Adelaide's spot as the country's festival hub. By the way, the 2026 Festival kicks off tonight with a free show by 90's Britpop band, Pulp. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage. Headphones in a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com