Application by Bethany Christian Care
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1940
What happened
Bethany Christian Care, an aged care provider, sought approval for its Support Staff Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees. Bethany Christian Care provided written undertakings to the Fair Work Commission. The United Workers’ Union (UWU) notified their desire for the agreement to cover them.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Bethany Christian Care Support Staff Enterprise Agreement 2026. the Commissioner was satisfied that the requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met, including the undertakings provided by Bethany Christian Care. The agreement will operate from July 30, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2027. It also covers the UWU.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must provide written undertakings if requested. These undertakings cannot cause financial detriment to employees or substantially alter the agreement’s terms. Agreements are subject to scrutiny regarding compliance with Fair Work Act requirements.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Bethany Christian Care Support Staff Enterprise Agreement 2026 will benefit from the terms outlined in the agreement, including those related to workplace delegate rights as prescribed by the Aged Care Award 2010. The UWU is also covered by this agreement.
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