Application by Nexus Mining Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1719
What happened
Nexus Mining Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees of Nexus Mining Pty Ltd, a company in the coal industry. The Mining and Energy Union acted as a bargaining representative during negotiations.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Nexus Mining Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2025. the Commissioner found that all requirements under sections 186 and 187 of the Fair Work Act 2009 were met. The agreement will operate from July 13, 2026, and expire on July 6, 2030. The Commission noted the Mining and Energy Union’s request for the agreement to cover them.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure that enterprise agreements comply with all requirements of the Fair Work Act before seeking approval. This includes considering the views of bargaining representatives like unions.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Nexus Mining Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2025 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by this agreement, which is now legally binding from July 13, 2026. The union will also be covered by the agreement.
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