Application by The Star Entertainment Qld Limited Trading AS The Star Gold Coast
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1948
What happened
The Star Entertainment Qld Limited, trading as The Star Gold Coast, applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the 'The Star Gold Coast Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The Applicant provided written undertakings to address potential financial detriment to employees and avoid substantial changes to the agreement. The United Workers' Union (UWU) and the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) indicated they wished the agreement to cover them.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved 'The Star Gold Coast Enterprise Agreement 2026'. the Commissioner was satisfied that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met. The written undertakings provided by the Applicant are now a term of the agreement. Workplace delegate rights from several awards will also be terms of the agreement. The agreement covers the UWU and AMWU and will operate from July 30, 2026, expiring on June 30, 2030.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must provide written undertakings if there's a risk of financial detriment or substantial changes. These undertakings become legally binding terms of the agreement. Ensuring union coverage is also important when drafting these agreements.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by 'The Star Gold Coast Enterprise Agreement 2026' will benefit from the terms outlined in the agreement, including workplace delegate rights as prescribed by relevant awards. The undertakings provided by the Applicant are legally binding and protect employee interests.
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