Application by North Central Catchment Management Authority
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1847
What happened
North Central Catchment Management Authority applied for approval of its 2025 Collective Agreement. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering some, but not all, employees. The Australian Municipal, Administrative, Clerical and Services Union notified the Fair Work Commission that it wished the agreement to cover them. the Respondent provided written undertakings.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the North Central Catchment Management Authority 2025 Collective Agreement. It will operate from July 22, 2026, and expire on December 15, 2029. the Commissioner was satisfied that all relevant requirements of the Fair Work Act were met, including regarding the selection of employees covered by the agreement. The union is now covered by the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they comply with sections 186, 187, 188 and 190 of the Fair Work Act. Providing written undertakings can help address concerns about financial detriment or substantial changes to the agreement. Agreements do not need to cover all employees to be approved.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware that enterprise agreements can affect their terms and conditions of employment. Unions can request for an agreement to cover them, potentially extending its benefits to union members.
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