Application by Metcash Trading Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1231
What happened
Metcash Trading Limited applied for approval of its South Australia Food & Liquor Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the storage services industry. The agreement's expiry date is 2029-03-01. Commissioner Perica heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission is considering the application for approval of the Metcash Trading Limited South Australia Food & Liquor Enterprise Agreement 2026. The document is currently being processed and no decision has been made. The document was published on 2026-05-12.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure enterprise agreements comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations when seeking approval.
What it means for employees
Employees should review the proposed enterprise agreement to understand its terms and conditions.
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