Application by Wellington Shire Council Trading AS 18 420 243 468
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1128
What happened
The Fair Work Commission considered an application by Wellington Shire Council Trading AS 18 420 243 468. The application concerned approval of the Wellington Shire Council Enterprise Agreement No.12, 2025. The enterprise agreement covers employees in the local government administration industry. The agreement’s expiry date is November 8, 2028.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Wellington Shire Council Enterprise Agreement No.12, 2025. The decision was made on May 6, 2026, by a Commissioner. The agreement covers employees in the local government administration industry and expires on November 8, 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any enterprise agreements they seek to implement comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations. Agreements must be properly documented and submitted for approval.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Wellington Shire Council Enterprise Agreement No.12, 2025, will have the terms and conditions of that agreement applying to their employment until its expiry date.
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