Application by Transport Workers' Union of Australia (179V)
Citation: [2026] FWC 2431
What happened
The Transport Workers' Union of Australia (TWU) applied for an employee-like worker minimum standards order on December 17, 2025. The proposed order covers workers performing ‘on-demand’ passenger transport work. the Commissioner initially handled the matter before referring it to Commissioner Tran for conferencing. A case management conference was held on June 29, 2026, to discuss procedural matters.
What was decided
Commissioner Tran is managing the application and scheduling further conferences. The first conference will be held on August 13, 2026. A notice of listing will be issued shortly. Substantive details discussed in future conferences will not be published online. Interested parties who did not attend previous hearings can contact chambers to receive correspondence.
What it means for employers
Employers providing 'on-demand' passenger transport services should prepare for potential minimum standards orders impacting worker conditions. This may involve reviewing current employment practices and ensuring compliance with any future requirements set by the Fair Work Commission.
What it means for employees
Workers in ‘on-demand’ passenger transport roles may benefit from improved minimum standards if the TWU's application is successful. Affected employees who wish to participate in conference proceedings should contact chambers to receive relevant information.
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