An investigation reveals that two brothers with alleged organized crime connections have secured contracts for work on a state correctional facility renovation project. Their plastering firm, supported by the CFMEU construction union, has also been involved in delivering government-backed social housing initiatives. The discovery raises questions about procurement practices, due diligence procedures, and the vetting processes used when awarding public infrastructure contracts to private enterprises with questionable backgrounds.

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