Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – gender undervaluation – priority awards review,Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – gender undervaluation – priority awards review
Citation: [2026] FWCFB 126
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000120
What happened
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) is undertaking a review of gender undervaluation in certain modern awards. This decision, [2026] FWCFB 126, relates to a variation initiated by the Commission itself. The review covers the Children’s Services Award 2010 and the Pharmacy Industry Award 2020. The Commission has issued Phase 2 determinations as part of this review. Justice Hatcher was involved in the decision.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission is varying certain modern awards as part of its gender undervaluation review. The Commission has issued Phase 2 determinations for the Children’s Services Award 2010 and the Pharmacy Industry Award 2020. The specific details of the variations and the reasoning behind them are contained within the full decision document.
What it means for employers
Employers covered by the Children’s Services Award 2010 and the Pharmacy Industry Award 2020 should review the Phase 2 determinations issued by the Fair Work Commission. They need to understand how these variations affect their obligations and employee entitlements. This highlights the Commission’s focus on addressing gender undervaluation in awards.
What it means for employees
Employees working under the Children’s Services Award 2010 and the Pharmacy Industry Award 2020 should be aware of the changes made by the Fair Work Commission. These variations may impact their pay and conditions. Employees should review the full decision to understand the specific changes that apply to them.
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This summary was drafted from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections