Thousands of Australian workers have gone on strike to protest the Government's takeover of the construction arm of the CFMEU.

Workers downed their tools and walked away from 11am this morning - halting the construction of several major building projects across the nation.

Australian correspondent Sam Emery says these protests will be monitored amid concerns about illegal activity. 

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Thousands of Australian workers have gone on strike to protest the Government's takeover of the construction arm of the CFMEU.
Workers downed their tools and walked away from 11am this morning - halting the construction of several major building projects across the nation.
Australian correspondent Sam Emery says these protests will be monitored amid concerns about illegal activity. 
LISTEN ABOVE

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