Businessman claims over $1 million paid to gain access to Big Build
Businessman Tony Paragalli revealed that his firm, M1 Trades & Labour, paid underworld figure Mick Gatto over $1 million to gain access to Victoria’s Big Build projects. Paragalli claimed they had been blocked by unions despite winning contracts legitimately. Experts warn that corruption within the $100 billion Big Build program poses serious concerns for public safety and integrity.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 09:30 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 09:41 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The Age. Editorial policy · Corrections
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