Nick McKenzie on Mick Gatto, the underworld, and construction corruption

About this episode

Investigative reporter Nick McKenzie discusses Mick Gatto's influence in the construction industry and the ongoing corruption investigations in Victoria.

In Melbourne, few names carry the weight of Mick Gatto.  For decades, he’s been known as a survivor of the gangland wars, a man whose influence has stretched from the city’s underworld into the heart of the construction industry. This week, police raided his home. Gatto and his wife were arrested, then released without charge. He says it was all over a driving infringement. Police say they’re investigating alleged financial offences.  But the raid has landed in the middle of a much larger fight over corruption, intimidation and alleged underworld influence inside Victoria’s building sector.  Today, investigative reporter Nick McKenzie, on Mick Gatto, corruption in the construction industry, and the reckoning now facing the state’s Big Build.   If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support .   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Investigative reporter for The Age and SMH, Nick McKenzie Photo:  AAP Image/James Ross See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guest: Nick McKenzie

Topics covered

• corruption
• construction
• underworld
• gangland wars
• investigative journalism

Keywords

• Mick Gatto
• corruption
• construction industry
• Nick McKenzie
• Melbourne
• gangland wars
• financial offences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Age, SMH

Places: Melbourne, Victoria, construction industry

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