Application by Allied Pinnacle Pty Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2215
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000073
What happened
Allied Pinnacle Pty Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Allied Pinnacle (Cowra) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees who are covered by the Food, Beverage and Tobacco Manufacturing Award 2020. The United Workers Union (UWU) was a bargaining representative for the agreement and requested it cover them. The initial signature page did not fully comply with Fair Work Regulations, but an amended version was later filed.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Allied Pinnacle (Cowra) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Commission allowed an amendment to the signature page under s.586(a) of the Fair Work Act. The agreement will operate from 25 August 2026 and expire on 30 June 2029. The UWU is covered by the agreement.
What it means for employers
Employers seeking to implement enterprise agreements must ensure all documentation complies with Fair Work Regulations. Minor non-compliance can be rectified with amended documents, but careful attention to detail is crucial for approval.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Food, Beverage and Tobacco Manufacturing Award 2020 will be covered by the new enterprise agreement. This agreement will operate from 25 August 2026 and expire on 30 June 2029.
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