Application by Regent College Incorporated Trading AS Regent College
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1636
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000138
What happened
Regent College Incorporated, an employer in the educational services sector, sought approval for the Regent College Incorporated Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Independent Education Union of Australia (IEU), a bargaining representative, requested the agreement cover them. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the agreement met all requirements under the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Regent College Incorporated Enterprise Agreement 2026. However, it made amendments to ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act. Specifically, a model consultation term was substituted for clause 24 regarding changes to employee rosters and hours. Clause 28A referencing workplace delegates’ rights was amended to align with the Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020. The agreement will operate from July 2, 2026, until June 25, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure enterprise agreements include robust consultation processes regarding changes to employee rosters and ordinary hours of work, as mandated by the Fair Work Act. Agreements must also accurately define eligible employees for workplace delegate rights, aligning with relevant awards.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware that their enterprise agreement now covers the IEU. The amended agreement includes provisions relating to consultation regarding changes to working arrangements and clarifies the rights of workplace delegates.
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