Application by Transport Workers' Union of Australia & Australian Road Transport Industrial Organization re fuel cost recovery
Citation: [2026] FWCFB 99
What happened
The Transport Workers' Union of Australia and the Australian Road Transport Industrial Organization applied to the Fair Work Commission regarding a fuel cost recovery order. The application relates to the Road Transport Contractual Chain Order and concerns a process for reviewing that order. The Fair Work Commission case number is MS2026/1.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission considered an application concerning the review process for the Road Transport Contractual Chain Order – Fuel Cost Recovery. the Commissioner heard the application. The decision details the process of review of the order. No penalties were imposed.
What it means for employers
Employers in the road transport industry should ensure they understand and comply with the Road Transport Contractual Chain Order and any processes for reviewing it. This includes understanding the Fair Work Commission’s guidance on the review process.
What it means for employees
Employees in the road transport industry should be aware of the Road Transport Contractual Chain Order and the process for reviewing it. The Transport Workers' Union and Australian Road Transport Industrial Organization sought clarification on this process.
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