Application by GrainCorp Operations Limited Trading AS GrainCorp
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1265
What happened
GrainCorp Operations Limited, trading as GrainCorp, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the GrainCorp Operations Ltd (Portland & Geelong) Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the grain handling industry at Portland and Geelong. The agreement was approved on 15 May 2026 and expires on 30 September 2028. Commissioner Perica heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the GrainCorp Operations Ltd (Portland & Geelong) Enterprise Agreement 2025. The Commission’s decision, [2026] FWCA 1265, was published on 15 May 2026. The agreement covers employees in the grain handling industry at Portland and Geelong and expires on 30 September 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should ensure they comply with all relevant Fair Work legislation and guidelines. Agreements must be carefully drafted to ensure they provide fair and reasonable terms and conditions for employees.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the GrainCorp Operations Ltd (Portland & Geelong) Enterprise Agreement 2025 will be entitled to the terms and conditions outlined in the agreement until its expiry date of 30 September 2028.
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