Application by CFMEU (105N),Application by CFMEU (105N)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1461
What happened
The CFMEU applied to the Fair Work Commission for a variation of the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024. The application was given the case numbers AG2026/874 and AG2026/875. Deputy President Binet heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission granted the variation to the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024. The decision was made on June 5, 2026. The agreement expires on June 30, 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers covered by the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024 must now comply with the terms of the approved variation. They should review the variation to understand the changes and ensure their practices align.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024 will benefit from the changes introduced by the approved variation. They should review the variation to understand their new entitlements and conditions.
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