Application/Notification by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)
Citation: [2026] FWC 1674
What happened
The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) sought the Fair Work Commission's consent to alter its eligibility rules. The application was given the case number D2024/9. The Fair Work Commission considered the application and related documents, including previous decisions such as *ResMed Limited v AMWU* [2016] FWCFB 22 and *Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union* [2020] FWC 1489.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission's decision, [2026] FWC 1674, addresses the AMWU’s application for consent to alter its eligibility rules. The document details the application process and references related case law. The full decision is available as a PDF download.
What it means for employers
This decision highlights the importance of registered organisations adhering to the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 when seeking to alter their eligibility rules. Employers should be aware of the processes involved and potential scrutiny from the Fair Work Commission.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of the processes registered unions undertake when changing their rules. This decision demonstrates the Fair Work Commission’s oversight of these processes.
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This summary was drafted from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections