Application by Australian Education Union New South Wales Teachers Federation Branch Trading AS Nsw Teachers Federation
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1224
What happened
The Applicant applied for approval of a collective agreement, the Australian Education Union New South Wales Teachers Federation Branch Staff Collective Agreement 2026–2028. The agreement covers employees of the union. the Commissioner considered the application. The agreement’s expiry date is December 31, 2028.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission has not yet made a decision on the application for approval of the collective agreement. The document is a decision [2026] FWCA 1224. The agreement covers employees of the Australian Education Union New South Wales Teachers Federation Branch.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any proposed collective agreements are compliant with Fair Work legislation and regulations before seeking approval.
What it means for employees
Employees should review any proposed collective agreements to understand the terms and conditions of their employment.
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This summary was drafted 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