Application by Department Of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport And The Arts Trading AS Indian Ocean Territories Administration
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2131
What happened
The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts Trading as Indian Ocean Territories Administration applied for approval of the Indian Ocean Territories (Registered Nurses) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation indicated it wanted to be covered by the agreement. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Indian Ocean Territories (Registered Nurses) Enterprise Agreement 2026 on August 10, 2026. It will operate from August 17, 2026, and expire on August 17, 2028. The Commissioner was satisfied that all relevant requirements of sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act were met.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure any enterprise agreements they seek approval for comply with sections 186, 187, and 188 of the Fair Work Act. This includes proper consultation and consideration of employee interests during bargaining.
What it means for employees
Registered nurses covered by the Indian Ocean Territories (Registered Nurses) Enterprise Agreement 2026 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by this agreement from August 17, 2026 until August 17, 2028. The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation is a bargaining representative for the agreement.
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