Application by Fonterra Australia Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1549
What happened
Fonterra Australia Pty Ltd, a food and beverage manufacturer, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement, titled 'Fonterra (Spreyton & Wynyard) Maintenance Enterprise Agreement (AMWU/CEPU/AWU) 2025', covers employees in the maintenance section. The agreement's expiry date is June 30, 2028. Deputy President Boyce heard the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission has not yet made a decision on whether to approve the enterprise agreement. The document is a record of the application itself, not the decision. The Commissioner is considering the agreement, which covers employees in the maintenance section of Fonterra’s Spreyton and Wynyard facilities. The agreement is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2028.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with the Fair Work Act and related regulations. Agreements must be properly documented and submitted for Commission approval.
What it means for employees
Employees should review any proposed enterprise agreement carefully to understand its terms and conditions, and how it affects their pay and working conditions. They can participate in the approval process through their union representatives.
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