Application by Burleigh Marr Distributions Pty Ltd Trading AS Bidfood Gold Coast & United Imports & Exports Co Pty Ltd Trading AS Bidfood Gold Coast
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1049
What happened
Burleigh Marr Distributions Pty Ltd, trading as Bidfood Gold Coast, and United Imports & Exports Co Pty Ltd, also trading as Bidfood Gold Coast, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a proposed enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at their Gold Coast premises. The agreement's expiry date is March 1, 2029. The application was heard by a Deputy President.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission is considering an application for approval of an enterprise agreement. The Deputy President is currently reviewing the agreement. The decision, [2026] FWCA 1049, relates to the application for approval of the Bidfood Gold Coast Enterprise Agreement 2026.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should ensure they comply with all relevant Fair Work legislation and guidelines. The Commission will assess the agreement’s terms and conditions to ensure they meet the requirements for approval.
What it means for employees
Employees should review the proposed enterprise agreement carefully to understand its terms and conditions. The agreement will impact their pay, conditions, and employment rights.
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