Application by Icon Water Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1649
What happened
Icon Water Limited applied for approval of the ActewAGL (Retail/Corporate) Enterprise Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees. Several unions, including the Australian Municipal, Administrative, Clerical and Services Union, the Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia, CPSU, the Community and Public Sector Union, and the United Workers’ Union, acted as bargaining representatives.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission Deputy President approved the ActewAGL (Retail/Corporate) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The unions representing employees confirmed their desire for the agreement to cover their organisations. The agreement will be effective from July 3, 2026, and expire on July 1, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any enterprise agreements they propose comply with all relevant sections of the Fair Work Act 2009, including those relating to bargaining representatives and approval requirements. Thorough preparation is essential for a successful application.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their union representation during enterprise agreement negotiations and understand how these agreements affect their working conditions and pay rates. The approved agreement will apply from July 3, 2026.
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