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FWCFair Work Commission · 30 December 2025

Application by John West Logistics Pty Ltd

Citation: [2026] FWCA 1530

What happened

John West Logistics Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees working at the Rocklea warehouse and drivers in Queensland. The agreement is titled 'John West Logistics Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement (Rocklea Warehouse & Drivers) QLD 2026 - 2029'. It applies to the road transport industry.

What was decided

Deputy President Lake approved the enterprise agreement. The Commission considered the agreement's terms and conditions. The agreement is scheduled to expire on January 15, 2029.

What it means for employers

Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with the Fair Work Act and relevant regulations. Agreements must be carefully drafted and consider the interests of employees.

What it means for employees

Employees covered by the approved enterprise agreement will be entitled to the terms and conditions outlined in the agreement. This includes wages, working conditions, and other benefits.

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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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