Application by Bartter Enterprises Pty Limited Trading AS 000 451 374
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2050
What happened
Bartter Enterprises Pty Limited, trading as 000 451 374, sought approval for a new enterprise agreement covering employees at its Mareeba Plant. The agreement covers production, distribution, de-boning and maintenance roles. The Australasian Meat Industry Employees Union (AMIEU) and the Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) indicated they wished to be covered by the agreement. The proposed agreement's period is from 2026 to 2030.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Bartter Enterprises Pty Limited Mareeba Plant Enterprise Agreement 2026 – 2030. the Commissioner found that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met. The agreement will operate from August 11, 2026, and expire on July 7, 2030. It also notes that entitlements under the National Employment Standards (NES) will prevail where there is an inconsistency.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any proposed enterprise agreements comply with all requirements of the Fair Work Act before seeking approval. They must consider how the agreement interacts with the National Employment Standards and ensure more beneficial NES entitlements are maintained.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this new enterprise agreement will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by the approved agreement, which is in effect from August 11, 2026. The agreement ensures that any inconsistencies with the National Employment Standards are resolved in favour of employee entitlements.
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