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FWCFair Work Commission · 1 January 2026

Application by Grove Fruit Juice Pty Ltd Trading AS Grove Fruit Juice

Citation: [2026] FWCA 1471

What happened

Grove Fruit Juice Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the food, beverages and tobacco manufacturing industry. the Commissioner considered the application. The agreement expires on June 30, 2028.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission has not yet made a decision on the application for approval of the Enterprise Agreement 2026. The document indicates the application is 'Ready for Publishing'. the Commission's decision is identified as [2026] FWCA 1471.

What it means for employers

Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements should ensure they are prepared for the Commission's assessment process and potential conditions or modifications.

What it means for employees

Employees should review the proposed Enterprise Agreement 2026 to understand its terms and conditions, and how it may affect their employment.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2026fwca1471.pdf

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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 →

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