Application by Melbourne Cricket Club
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2066
What happened
The Melbourne Cricket Club applied for approval of the 'Melbourne Cricket Club Event Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The agreement covers a group of event employees and is a single enterprise agreement. The Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance confirmed they wished to be covered by the agreement. The employer provided written undertakings.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Melbourne Cricket Club Event Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026. It will operate from August 10, 2026, and expire on June 30, 2029. The Commissioner was satisfied all requirements of sections 186, 187, 188 and 190 of the Fair Work Act were met. Certain workplace delegate rights from the Amusement, Events and Recreation Award 2020 are also incorporated into the agreement.
What it means for employers
The employer seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure they meet all requirements outlined in the Fair Work Act, including providing written undertakings where necessary. The Commission will assess whether a group of employees has been fairly chosen for coverage under the agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the approved Enterprise Agreement 2026 will benefit from its terms and conditions, which include provisions derived from the Amusement, Events and Recreation Award 2020. The Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance is also now covered by the agreement.
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