Application by George Weston Foods Ltd Trading AS Tip Top Carrara
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1778
What happened
George Weston Foods Ltd, trading as Tip Top Carrara, applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement called 'Tip Top Bakeries (Carrara) – Enterprise Agreement 2026–2029'. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in the food, beverages and tobacco manufacturing industry. The United Workers’ Union (UWU) lodged a declaration to be covered by the agreement.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the 'Tip Top Bakeries (Carrara) – Enterprise Agreement 2026–2029'. The Commission noted that entitlements under the National Employment Standards will prevail where there is an inconsistency with the agreement. George Weston Foods Ltd provided written undertakings, which were accepted as terms of the agreement. The UWU is covered by the agreement and it will expire on January 4, 2029.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with all requirements under the Fair Work Act, including providing written undertakings where necessary. These undertakings must not cause financial detriment to employees or result in substantial changes to the agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this new enterprise agreement will receive at least the same entitlements as those provided under the National Employment Standards. The United Workers’ Union is covered by the agreement, providing a collective voice for employees.
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