CFMEU raids, SRL push, and Swans scandal lead Tuesday

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1. CFMEU headquarters raided in secret-commissions probe

   Detectives from Victoria Police's corruption-busting Taskforce Hawk executed warrants at six addresses and arrested five officials in a secret-commissions probe targeting the CFMEU headquarters.

   theage.com.au

2. Victorian premier Ben Carroll pushes ahead with SRL spend despite hinting at pause

   Victorian premier Ben Carroll has committed to pushing ahead with the first stage of the Suburban Rail Loop, a day after suggesting other projects were more important to Victorians.

   theguardian.com

3. AFL boss addresses Swans sexual assault investigation

   AFL CEO Andrew Dillon has addressed the police investigation involving five Swans players, saying 'respect for women is not negotiable'.

   theage.com.au

4. Swans staff give police statements as Heeney loses kids’ footy camp role

   The five suspended Swans players have been banned from attending the Brownlow Medal count but will still be eligible to win it, as staff give police statements and Heeney loses a kids' footy camp role.

   theage.com.au

5. Woman dead after car ploughs through outdoor seating at cafe

   Police are investigating after a woman was killed when a car crashed into a cafe at a shopping centre in Wantirna South on Monday afternoon.

   theage.com.au

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