Historically, CFMEU officials were elected by members through a democratic voting process. The expectation was that individuals elected to represent members would demonstrate integrity, professionalism, competence and impartiality. Individuals with serious criminal histories, records of misconduct or conflicts of interest must not be considered suitable candidates for union official positions.

However, at the last quarter of 2025, Mr Crosby re-engaged two former organisers, Luke Poskus and Trevor Sinclair, both of whom had reportedly been removed from various CFMEU branches and affiliated unions on multiple occasions between 2015 and 2025.

Luke Poskus has reportedly been removed from the CFMEU NSW Branch, the Plumbers Union of NSW, the CFMEU ACT Branch and the ETU NSW Branch on multiple occasions between 2015 and 2025. The concerns raised against him allegedly included conflicts of interest involving the promotion of his father-in-law's plastering business, as well as concerns regarding drug-related issues.

Trevor Sinclair was reportedly removed from the CFMEU QLD Branch. Concerns have also been raised regarding his criminal record and alleged history of violence, intimidation and related charges.

Despite these previous issues, Mr Crosby decided to re-engage both individuals, apparently believing that they had learned from their past mistakes and deserved another opportunity. Unfortunately, the concerns have not diminished. Instead, serious allegations of misconduct, abuse of power and inappropriate interference in the construction industry continue to be raised.

As a member of the CFMEU NSW Branch, I formally call Mr Crosby to:

1.  Immediately initiate an independent and impartial investigation into the conduct of Luke Poskus and Trevor Sinclair.

2. Remove both individuals from their official positions, subject to the applicable investigation and disciplinary processes, if the allegations are substantiated.

3. Ensure that individuals with serious criminal histories, substantiated misconduct or undisclosed conflicts of interest are not appointed to positions of union official.

4. Restore the democratic voting rights of financial members so that members can elect their own representatives rather than having officials appointed without meaningful member participation.

5.  All organisers and relevant officials must undergo appropriate drug and alcohol testing before entering construction sites in an official capacity, in accordance with applicable workplace health and safety laws and procedures.

6. All Union officials must be prohibited from participating in, influencing or interfering with commercial decisions involving builders, developers, contractors and government procurement processes, particularly where such involvement could benefit themselves, their family members, relatives or personal associates.