Application by The Australian Workers' Union (002N)
Citation: [2026] FWC 1769
What happened
The Australian Workers' Union (AWU) applied to the Fair Work Commission regarding a proposed protected action ballot for employees of DOF Australia Pty Ltd. DOF Australia operates in the oil and gas industry. The application concerned a dispute over a proposed enterprise agreement. Deputy President Beaumont heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission has not provided a decision outcome in the provided text. The document details an application by the AWU concerning a protected action ballot for employees of DOF Australia Pty Ltd, but the decision itself is not included. The document references several cases and lists relevant details about the application.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure that any proposed enterprise agreements comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations. They should also be prepared for potential applications regarding protected action ballots.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their rights regarding enterprise agreements and protected action ballots. The AWU can assist employees in understanding these rights and processes.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-view/decisions/application-by-the-australian-workers-union-002n-2026-fwc-1769Want more cases like this?
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This summary was drafted by AI 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 →