Application by K&S Freighters Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1525
What happened
K&S Freighters Pty Ltd, a road transport company, sought approval for a new enterprise agreement, the K&S Freighters Western Australia Workshop Employees’ Agreement 2026. The agreement covers workshop employees. Commissioner Clarke considered the application and related documents.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the K&S Freighters Western Australia Workshop Employees’ Agreement 2026. The agreement will expire on 2029-04-13. The Commission noted the agreement’s details, including its expiry date and the industry it covers.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any proposed enterprise agreements comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations before seeking approval. Agreements must be clearly defined, including expiry dates and the scope of employees covered.
What it means for employees
Workshop employees of K&S Freighters Pty Ltd are now covered by the approved enterprise agreement. They should review the agreement to understand their rights and obligations.
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