Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1655
What happened
The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (CEPU) applied for approval of a single enterprise agreement called the Comade Pty Ltd & ETU NSW/ACT Construction Union Agreement 2025-2028. The agreement covers Comade Pty Ltd and the CEPU. The union notified the Fair Work Commission, as required by section 183 of the Fair Work Act 2009, that it wished for the agreement to cover them.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission Deputy President Colman approved the enterprise agreement on June 26, 2026. The Commission was satisfied that all relevant requirements under sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement also covers the CEPU as required by section 201(2).
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any enterprise agreements they enter into comply with all requirements under the Fair Work Act, including those related to bargaining representatives and coverage.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their rights under approved enterprise agreements. This agreement covers employees represented by the CEPU at Comade Pty Ltd.
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