Latest News About Mark Irving Cfmeu Administrator

Here’s a quick update based on recent publicly reported items.

Direct answer

• Mark Irving KC, who was appointed as administrator of the CFMEU Construction and General Division, has resigned from that role, with the administration transitioning to a rebuild phase under new leadership appointed by the Fair Work Commission. This development has been reported in late April 2026 and followed ongoing inquiries into the union’s operations.

Background and context

• Irving was appointed administrator in August 2024 as part of reform efforts at the CFMEU’s Construction and General Division, amid investigations into past conduct within the union. His resignation marks a shift in the administration’s leadership and strategy, with Michael Crosby named to take over day-to-day oversight while Irving remains involved as senior counsel. The purpose of the administration has been to restore lawful operations and rebuild the union’s standing.[1][2][4][5][7]

What’s next and who’s in charge

• Following Irving’s resignation, Michael Crosby has been delegated powers to assume day-to-day administration, with the Fair Work Commission continuing to oversee the process and identify a suitable successor to lead the administration going forward. The transition is described as moving into a “rebuilding” phase, focusing on culture change and stronger governance to restore member trust.[3][5][1]

Notable related items

• The broader inquiry into the CFMEU and its activities continues, including ongoing assessments of safety and governance in the construction sector, and there are comments from industry figures about the challenges of reform in such a high-profile union environment.[1][3]

If you’d like, I can pull the latest official statements from the Fair Work Commission or provide a brief timeline of key events since Irving’s appointment, with direct quotes and dates. I can also summarize the implications for CFMEU members and ongoing reforms.

Citations

• Mark Irving resigns: SSBCrack News report on his resignation and transition to rebuilding.[1]
• Apple Podcasts summary of resignation and leadership transition.[2]
• Yahoo News coverage of Irving’s resignation and rationale for stepping down.[3]
• Fair Work Commission statements on resignation and replacement process.[5]