Application by Thales Australia Limited Trading AS Australian Munitions
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1545
What happened
Thales Australia Limited, trading as Australian Munitions, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at its Benalla and Mulwala sites. The proposed agreement would run from 2025 to 2028. the Deputy President heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Thales Australia Limited Trading as Australian Munitions Benalla and Mulwala Enterprise Agreement 2025–2028. The decision was made on 31 December 2025. The agreement covers employees at the Benalla and Mulwala sites and is in effect until 1 October 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations. The approval process involves assessment by the Fair Work Commission.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the approved enterprise agreement will have the terms and conditions of employment outlined in that agreement applying to them until its expiry date.
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