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John Setka lashes out at CFMEU officials after Melbourne court hearing

Former CFMEU leader John Setka appeared in a Melbourne court on charges related to an Instagram post and, upon exiting, delivered harsh criticism of the union's former administrator and assistant administrator.

Why it matters

The case illustrates how social-media conduct can lead to legal action and internal conflict within a major Australian union.

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