Deputy Premier James Bleijie indicates the Queensland government is considering an extension of the CFMEU-related inquiry as hearings continue. In comments reported by multiple outlets, Bleijie does not confirm whether the state has agreed to a request to extend the probe’s timeline to December 2027. He instead says he would “hate to see” the inquiry end too soon, suggesting ongoing hearings may require additional time. The reporting reflects that the matter is still unfolding and that discussions around the inquiry’s duration are part of the current process. Across the sources, there is no confirmation of an official extension agreement or final decision, only that Bleijie is receptive to extending the investigation if needed to complete hearings. The articles also note that the deputy premier’s remarks are made while proceedings are already underway, with the extension question tied to how long the inquiry will run and whether it can reach its conclusions within the current timeframe.