Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)
Citation: [2026] FWCA 2242
What happened
The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Booosst Electrical Data & Security & ETU NSW/ACT Construction Union Agreement 2026. This agreement covers employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The agreement is a 'greenfields' agreement, meaning it applies to a new or expanding workplace.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Booosst Electrical Data & Security & ETU NSW/ACT Construction Union Agreement 2026. The Commission found the agreement met the requirements of the Fair Work Act 2009, including that the union representing the employees has the authority to do so and that approval is in the public interest. The agreement was approved on 21 August 2026.
What it means for employers
Employers in the building, metal and civil construction industries should review the Booosst Electrical Data & Security & ETU NSW/ACT Construction Union Agreement 2026 to understand their obligations under the new agreement. They must ensure compliance with the terms and conditions outlined in the agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Booosst Electrical Data & Security & ETU NSW/ACT Construction Union Agreement 2026 will have their terms and conditions of employment governed by the agreement. They should familiarise themselves with the agreement’s provisions.
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