Continued the debate
Duniam supported the bill, arguing it provided essential safeguards for taxpayer funds by preventing the Housing Australia Future Fund from investing in entities associated with the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union. Duniam claimed the union’s influence had led to significant cost blowouts on public infrastructure projects in Victoria, estimating losses between $15 billion and $30 billion. Duniam asserted that these funds could have been better spent on health infrastructure, roads, rail, and public housing if the union’s influence were removed. Duniam criticised the government for failing to meet its target of building 1.2 million homes over five years and for lacking accountability on cost of living and fuel issues.