Application by CFMEU (105N)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2061
What happened
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) applied to have the Link Stone Works Pty Ltd and CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractor Tilelayer Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027 approved. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering subcontractors in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The CFMEU notified the Fair Work Commission it wished for the agreement to cover them.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission has approved the Link Stone Works Pty Ltd and CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractor Tilelayer Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027. The agreement will operate from August 10, 2026, and expire on July 2, 2027. Commissioner Lee found that the requirements of sections 186, 187 and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met. As per section 201(2) of the Act, the agreement covers the CFMEU.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any enterprise agreements they enter into with unions comply with all relevant sections of the Fair Work Act, including those relating to approval requirements (sections 186, 187 and 188).
What it means for employees
Employees covered by this agreement will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by the Link Stone Works Pty Ltd and CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractor Tilelayer Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027. The agreement is in effect from August 10, 2026.
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