United Workers' Union (108V) v Nestle Australia Ltd Trading AS Nestle Australia
Citation: [2026] FWC 1653
What happened
The United Workers’ Union brought a dispute to the Fair Work Commission concerning an enterprise agreement. The dispute relates to matters arising under the Nestle Australia LTD (Altona) & United Workers Union Enterprise Agreement 2024 and the National Employment Standards. The case number is C2025/3767.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the enterprise agreement. The decision was made on December 31, 2025. the Commissioner presided over the case. The agreement expires on June 30, 2027.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure that enterprise agreements comply with the National Employment Standards and are properly documented and approved by the Fair Work Commission. Regular review of agreements is recommended to ensure ongoing compliance.
What it means for employees
Employees should review enterprise agreements to understand their rights and obligations. If there are concerns about compliance with the agreement or the National Employment Standards, employees can raise these concerns with their union or the Fair Work Commission.
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