No. 1 Riverside Quay Pty Ltd trading as BP v Ocwen Energy Pty Ltd trading as Lowes Petroleum Services
Citation: [2026] FWCFB 152
What happened
No. 1 Riverside Quay Pty Ltd trading as BP and Ocwen Energy Pty Ltd trading as Lowes Petroleum Services were involved in a dispute. The Fair Work Commission is considering an appeal against a previous decision concerning the termination of an enterprise agreement. The original decision, made by the Commissioner on 1 July 2021, related to whether employers were properly notified about the application to terminate the agreement and whether they were aware of the decision. The appeal concerns the extension of time.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission is considering an appeal against a previous decision. The original decision, made by the Commissioner on 1 July 2021, concerned the termination of an enterprise agreement and whether employers were properly notified. The appeal relates to the extension of time.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure they are properly notified and aware of decisions related to enterprise agreements, particularly those concerning termination. Failure to do so can lead to appeals and potential legal challenges.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of the processes surrounding enterprise agreement terminations and any potential impacts on their working conditions. They can seek information and representation if they have concerns about the fairness of the process.
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