John Perkovic
John Perkovic was a prominent figure within the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) in Australia, recently dismissed due to serious allegations of accepting bribes and other benefits from labor hire and construction companies, which led to a significant investigation into corruption in the construction sector.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
John Perkovic received up to three million dollars in secret benefits from building firm owners.
CFMEU report findings from Geoffrey Watson expose bribery, drugs, organised crime and more
Australia· 2026-02-11
Perkovic was one of those accused of receiving a Versace gold bracelet from Mick Gatto as the gangland figure sought to win favour from the union.
CFMEU administrator Mark Irving disbanded corruption-busting team, then had to sack John Perkovic over suspect paymentsAustralia· 2025-10-26
John Perkovic was the CFMEU leader who was sacked amid allegations of corruption.
CFMEU insider Charles Farrugia blows whistle on reality of construction unionAustralia· 2025-10-25
John Perkovic was sacked after allegations of corruption and accepting bribes were uncovered.
Union boss promoted to help clean up construction corruption is fired over accusations of secret benefitsAustralia· 2025-10-24
John Perkovic was sacked over allegations of accepting bribes in his position at the CFMEU.
CFMEU figure John Perkovic sacked over construction company ‘bribes’Australia· 2025-10-23