Application by CFMEU (105N)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1215
What happened
The Fair Work Commission considered an application related to a collective agreement between The Trustee for Exton Family Trust T/As Brisbane Tile & Stone Sealing and the CFMEU. The agreement covers the building, metal and civil construction industries. Deputy President Bell heard the application. The agreement is set to expire on 2027-07-02.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission's decision, [2026] FWCA 1215, concerned an application for approval of a collective agreement. The document details the agreement's expiry date and industry coverage. The decision does not outline any specific findings or orders regarding the agreement itself.
What it means for employers
Employers in the building, metal and civil construction industries should be aware of the collective agreement between The Trustee for Exton Family Trust T/As Brisbane Tile & Stone Sealing and the CFMEU, and its impending expiry date of 2027-07-02. They should prepare for potential renegotiations or adjustments to employment conditions.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the collective agreement between The Trustee for Exton Family Trust T/As Brisbane Tile & Stone Sealing and the CFMEU should be aware of the agreement's expiry date. They may want to engage with their union regarding future negotiations and potential changes to employment conditions.
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https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-view/decisions/application-by-cfmeu-105n-2026-fwca-1215Want more cases like this?
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