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Manufacturing Workplace Cases

Australian workplace decisions in the manufacturing sector — underpayment, award compliance, dismissal, and Fair Work Ombudsman enforcement.

100 manufacturing sector cases on file. Ask the AI advisor about your situation — Plus, Pro, and Business members get answers grounded in these decisions.

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Harvey Fresh Trading AS Harvey Fresh (1994) Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1385

Harvey Fresh Trading (trading as Harvey Fresh (1994) Ltd) applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Lactalis Australia – Harvey Fresh Enterprise Agreement 2026. The application was assigned case number AG20

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Timber Furnishing and Textiles Union (302V) for an Entry Permit for Han Thi Ngoc Le

[2026] FWC 1944

The Applicant applied for an entry permit to enter a workplace. The Fair Work Commission considered the application, which related to a variation to right of entry permits following a withdrawal from an amalgamated organ

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)

[2026] FWC 1955

The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (the Union) applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a case, B2026/252. The U

FWC24 May 2026

Application by Cubis Systems Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1370

Cubis Systems Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Narangba Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the manufacturing and associated industries. the Commissioner considered

FWC24 May 2026

Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)

[2026] FWC 1937

The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (the Union) applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a case, B2026/338. The U

FWC23 May 2026

Application by Programmed Facility Management Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1362

Programmed Facility Management Pty Ltd applied for approval of its Western Australia Enterprise Agreement 2025. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. the Commissioner heard the application. The agreement c

FWC23 May 2026

Application by Sorbent Paper Company Pty Ltd Trading AS Sorbent Paper

[2026] FWCA 1339

Sorbent Paper Company Pty Ltd, trading as Sorbent Paper, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement with the Textile, Clothing and Footwear Union (TWU). The agreement covers the period from 2025 to 2028. The Fair Work

FWC23 May 2026

Application by Gordon Brothers Industries Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1359

Gordon Brothers Industries Pty Ltd applied for approval of its Metal Trades Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the manufacturing and associated industries. The Fair Work Commission was consideri

FWO22 Mar 2026$41,254

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-25-hoppers-trailer-pty-ltd-cn-penalty-media-release

Hoppers Trailer Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based trailer manufacturer, and its sole director, Gurpinder Singh, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance No

FWC2026

Application by George Weston Foods Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1914

George Weston Foods Ltd, trading as Tip Top Bakeries Dry Creek, sought approval for a new enterprise agreement called the 'Tip Top Bakeries Dry Creek, Reliability Enterprise Agreement 2026-2029'. The Australian Manufactu

FWC2026

Application by Stramit Corporation Pty Limited Trading AS Stramit Building Products

[2026] FWCA 2004

Stramit Corporation Pty Limited, trading as Stramit Building Products, sought approval for a new enterprise agreement. The agreement is called the Stramit Building Products Erskine Park Enterprise Agreement 2026. It cove

FWC2026

Application by Plantic Technologies Limited

[2026] FWCA 2197

Plantic Technologies Limited, a manufacturer, sought approval for the Plantic (Altona Unit 1) Enterprise Agreement 2026-2029. The Australian Workers Union (AWU) supported the agreement and sought to be covered by it. The

FWC2026

Application by Ricegrowers Limited Trading AS Sunrice Group

[2026] FWCA 2037

Ricegrowers Limited, trading as Sunrice Group (the Employer), applied for approval of the SunRice, AGS and Coprice Reliability Enterprise Agreement 2026 – 2029. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) and Comm

FWC2026

Application by Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1689

Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd sought approval for its Agilent Technologies Australia (M) Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in manufacturing

FWC2026

Application by Bureau Veritas Minerals Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2072

Bureau Veritas Minerals Pty Ltd (BVM) applied for approval of the Bureau Veritas Minerals Pty Ltd Whyalla Laboratories Enterprise Agreement 2024. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees at BVM's

FWC2026

Application by Eiretech Vic Pty Ltd Trading AS Eiretech & Eirtech NSW Pty Ltd Trading AS Eiretech and Another

[2026] FWCA 2027

Eiretech Vic Pty Ltd and Eirtech NSW Pty Ltd, trading as Eiretech, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a new enterprise agreement called the 'Eiretech and Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026-2030'. This a

FWC2026

Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V) v Thales Australia Limited Trading AS Australian Munitions

[2026] FWC 2845

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) initiated a dispute regarding the correct classification of the Applicant, an employee of Thales Australia Limited. The Applicant was initially employed as a Laboratory

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2331

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. This relates to employees of G James Extrusion Co Pty Ltd. The Communications, E

FWC2026

Application by Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1721

Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Cleanaway Oils & Technical Services Queensland Maintenance Enterprise Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterpr

FWC2026

Application by Madad Pty Ltd Trading AS Sealy Of Australia

[2026] FWCA 1917

Madad Pty Ltd, trading as Sealy of Australia, sought approval for the Madad Pty Ltd Workplace Agreement 2025. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in manufacturing and associated industries.

FWC2026

Application by Bluescope Steel Limited Trading AS Lysaght Cardiff

[2026] FWCA 1612

Bluescope Steel Limited, trading as Lysaght Cardiff (the Employer), applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a new enterprise agreement called the Lysaght Cardiff Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Work

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2926

The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The application relates to employees of Regional Rolling Stock Maintenance Compa

FWC2026

Application by Lactalis Jindi Pty Ltd Trading AS Lactalis Jindi

[2026] FWCA 2031

Lactalis Jindi Pty Ltd, trading as Lactalis Jindi, sought approval for its Maintenance Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ U

FWC2026

Application by Bucher Municipal Trading AS Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1605

Bucher Municipal Pty Ltd applied to have its Victorian Operations Enterprise Agreement 2025-2027 approved by the Fair Work Commission. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering some, but not all, employees

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 3025

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied to extend the period for authorised industrial action. This followed a protected action ballot held on July 13, 2026, in relation to matter B2026/742. The Fair W

FWC2026

Application by Refresco Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1891

Refresco Australia Pty Ltd sought approval for a new enterprise agreement, the REFRESCO AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2026. The agreement would replace several awards: the Manufacturing and Associ

FWC2026

Application by Anz Flooring Pty Ltd Trading AS Armstrong Flooring

[2026] FWCA 1920

ANZ Flooring Pty Ltd (the Employer) applied for approval of the Armstrong Flooring Maintenance Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and is supported b

FWC2026

Application by Norstar Recycling P/L Trading AS Norstar Steel Recyclers

[2026] FWCA 2036

Norstar Recycling P/L, trading as Norstar Steel Recyclers, applied for approval of the NORSTAR Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering the company and the Australian Workers’ Un

FWC2026

Application by Baroda Manufacturing Pty Ltd Trading AS Baroda Manufacturing

[2026] FWCA 1945

Baroda Manufacturing Pty Ltd sought approval for its Baroda Manufacturing Enterprise Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and covers some, but not all

FWC2026

Application by Komatsu Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1953

Komatsu Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Komatsu Australia Wacol Distribution Centre Enterprise Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement. The

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2465

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. This application relates to employees of Otis Elevator Company Pty Ltd. The Comm

FWC2026

Application by AA Gaskets Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2385

AA Gaskets Pty Ltd, a manufacturer, sought approval for its AA Gaskets Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) indicated it wished the agreement to cover its members. The agr

FWC2026

Application by Maskill Pty Ltd Trading AS Maskill

[2026] FWCA 1688

Maskill Pty Ltd, a company in the manufacturing industry, sought approval for its Maskill Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The application was made under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. A minor technical error o

FWC2026

Application by Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited

[2026] FWCA 1674

Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its enterprise agreement, the Atlas Copco Australia Pty Limited (Perth) Collective Agreement 2025. The company provided written undert

FWC2026

Application by Bestbar (Nsw) Pty Ltd Trading AS Best Bar Reinforcements

[2026] FWCA 2270

Bestbar (NSW) Pty Ltd, trading as Best Bar Reinforcements, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Bestbar (NSW) Pty Ltd Agreement 2026–2029. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement. The Australian

FWC2026

the Applicant v Hyundai Rotem Company

[2026] FWC 1104

the Applicant initiated a general protections application claiming adverse action by Hyundai Rotem Company following his dismissal. the Applicant, through his company Movement Engineering Pty Ltd, provided consultancy se

FWC2026

Application by Vinidex Pty Limited

[2026] FWCA 2329

Vinidex Pty Limited, a manufacturer, sought approval for the Vinidex Pty Limited and United Workers Union Enterprise Agreement 2025. The United Workers Union (UWU) supported the agreement and lodged a Form F18 to confirm

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2404

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order concerning employees of Albins Performance Pty Ltd. The union and employer were attempting to reach an agreement. Albins Perf

FWC2026

Application by Chelgrave Contracting Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1904

Chelgrave Contracting Australia Pty Ltd sought approval for its 'Metals Labour Hire Agreement 2026 – 2029'. This is a single enterprise agreement covering employees of the company. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ U

FWC2026

Application by B&D Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2008

B&D Australia Pty Ltd applied to have its enterprise agreement, the B&D Australia Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement (Revesby Maintenance) 2026, approved. The agreement would apply to employees covered by the Manufacturing and

FWC2026

Application by Christina Carden Trading AS Felton Grimwade & Bosisto's Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1623

Felton Grimwade & Bosisto’s Pty Ltd sought approval for its enterprise agreement, the Felton Grimwade & Bosisto’s Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single-enterprise agreement covering employees. A cl

FWC2026

Application by Akzonobel Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1775

Akzonobel Pty Ltd sought approval for a single enterprise agreement, the AkzoNobel Pty Ltd Sunshine Site Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2026. The United Workers Union (UWU) was the bargaining representative. Some proced

FWC2026

Application by Pascoe's Pty Ltd Trading AS Pascoe's

[2026] FWCA 1839

Pascoe's Pty Ltd, trading as Pascoe’s, sought approval for the Pascoe’s Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in manufacturing and related industries. The Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printi

FWC2026

Application by Tom Stoddart Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2255

Tom Stoddart Pty Ltd, a company in the manufacturing industry, sought approval for a single-enterprise agreement, the Tom Stoddart Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026-2027. The agreement covers employees of the company. Th

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2353

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied to extend the period for industrial action authorized by a protected action ballot, PR799785, in matter B2026/497. The ballot was declared on May 21, 2026. Kinet

FWC2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWCA 2191

3M Australia Pty Ltd sought approval for a single enterprise agreement, the '3M Australia Pty Ltd and Australian Manufacturing Workers Union Smithfield Manufacturing Centre Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The Australian Manu

FWC2026

Application by Progress Rail Australia Pty Ltd Trading AS Progress Rail

[2026] FWCA 1606

Progress Rail Australia Pty Ltd applied to have the Progress Rail Cardiff Maintenance Facility Enterprise Agreement 2025 approved by the Fair Work Commission. The company identified a typographical error in clause 37.1,

FWC2026

Application by Foodmach Pty Ltd Trading AS Foodmach

[2026] FWCA 1929

Foodmach Pty Ltd applied to have its Foodmach PTY LTD Enterprise Agreement 2026 approved. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in manufacturing and associated industries. The Australian Manuf

FWC2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWCA 2040

the Applicant applied for approval of the Fenner Conveyors (Footscray Maintenance) Enterprise Agreement 2026 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering some, but

FWC2026

Application by Downer Edi Rail Pty Ltd Trading AS Edi Rail

[2026] FWCA 1811

Downer Edi Rail Pty Ltd, trading as Edi Rail, sought approval for the Downer Rail Cardiff Facility Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees currently under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2937

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied to extend the period for industrial action authorised by a protected action ballot, PR811878, in relation to matter B2026/795. The ballot was declared on 21 July

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2426

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. This application related to employees of Renold Australia Proprietary Limited. T

FWC2026

the Applicant v Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2371

the Applicant, a Payroll Officer at Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd, requested to work from home on Mondays and Fridays due to family responsibilities as the parent of two young children. He had previously worked from home during t

FWC2026

Application by Knauf Gypsum Trading AS Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1686

Knauf Gypsum Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Knauf Gypsum & CFMMEU Port Melbourne Production & Distribution Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees and the Construction, Forestry and Marit

FWC2026

Application by Orora Packaging Australia Pty. Ltd. Trading AS Orora Beverage Cans Australasia

[2026] FWCA 1805

Orora Packaging Australia Pty Ltd, trading as Orora Beverage Cans Australasia, sought approval for the 'Orora Beverage Cans Ballarat Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The agreement was a single enterprise agreement covering so

FWC2026

Application by Circular Plastics Australia (Pet) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1597

Circular Plastics Australia (Pet) Pty Ltd sought approval for the CPA (PET) Enterprise Agreement 2025 under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the agreement met the require

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2640

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order concerning employees of Bisalloy Steels Pty Ltd. The proposed action relates to an enterprise agreement. Another union, the A

FWC2026

Application by United Workers' Union (108V)

[2026] FWC 2328

The United Workers' Union (UWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The application relates to employees of James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd. The UWU stated they have be

FWC2026

Application by Mesh And Bar

[2026] FWCA 1944

Mesh & Bar Pty Limited applied to have its enterprise agreement, the Mesh & Bar Pty Ltd New South Wales Enterprise Agreement 2026, approved. The agreement would apply to employees covered by the Manufacturing and Associa

FWC2026

Application by Sulzer Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1949

Sulzer Australia Pty Ltd applied to terminate its Maitland Workplace Agreement 2022, which was due to expire on July 1, 2025. The company is the sole employer covered by the agreement. The application was supported by a

FWC2026

Application by The Australian Workers' Union (002N)

[2026] FWC 2478

The Australian Workers' Union (AWU) applied for a protected action ballot order concerning employees of G James Extrusion Co Pty Ltd. The AWU, CEPU and AMWU all sought similar orders related to a proposed enterprise agre

FWC2026

Application by Ixom Operations Pty Ltd Trading AS Ixom

[2026] FWCA 1865

Ixom Operations Pty Ltd sought approval for a new enterprise agreement, the IXOM Operations Pty Ltd Chlor Alkali Botany NSW Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) was involved in bargaining and su

FWC2026

Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V) v Visy Board Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2455

The dispute concerns how Visy Board Pty Ltd allocates pre-shift overtime at its Smithfield and Warwick Farm sites. In November 2024, Visy introduced a new overtime availability process via a memorandum dated January 6, 2

FWC2026

Application by Rheem Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1853

Rheem Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, named the Rheem Australia Pty Ltd, Rheem Service, Victoria and CEPU Plumbing Division Enterprise Agreement 2026. The application was made under

FWC2026

Application by Atco Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1970

Atco Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd applied to have its 'ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd (Victoria) Yard Enterprise Agreement 2025' approved. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and does not cover all empl

FWC2026

Application by Bradken Resources Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1611

Bradken Resources Pty Ltd applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the Bradken Resources Pty Ltd Wundowie Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plu

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 2459

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. This relates to employees of Valmet Pty Ltd, a company in the manufacturing sect

FWC2026

Application by Prince Engineering Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1803

Prince Engineering Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Prince Enterprise Agreement 2026 for Supplementary Labour under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employ

FWC2026

Application by Trivium Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1814

Trivium Australia Pty Ltd sought approval for its 'Defence Projects (WA) Agreement 2026'. The company applied under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009. They provided written undertakings to address potential concerns.

FWC2026

Application by UGL Operations & Maintenance (Services) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1817

UGL Operations & Maintenance (Services) Pty Ltd applied to terminate the UGL Operations and Maintenance (Services) Pty Limited CFMEU and AMWU Yallourn Power Station and Open Cut Mine 2023 enterprise agreement, which expi

FWC2026

the Applicant v CCMSM Manufacturing Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2700

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application with the Fair Work Commission on June 17, 2026. The application was incomplete because he did not pay the required fee or request a fee waiver. Commission staff tried

FWC2026

Application by Iplex Pipelines Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1620

Iplex Pipelines Australia Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2025 – Bohle. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement and covers the Transport Workers’ Union of Austr

FWC2026

Application by "Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union" known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V)

[2026] FWC 3067

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a proposed protected action ballot for employees of Nissan Casting Australia Pty Ltd. The ballot involved

FWC2026

Application by Stilcon Holdings Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2122

Stilcon Holdings Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a new enterprise agreement, titled 'Stilcon Holdings Pty Ltd Workshop Enterprise Agreement 2026'. The initial notice provided to employees used

FWC2026

Application by Plantic Technologies Limited

[2026] FWCA 2198

Plantic Technologies Limited applied to have the 'Plantic (Altona Unit 2) AWU – Enterprise Agreement 2026 – 2029' approved. The Australian Workers Union (AWU) supports the agreement and seeks to be covered by it. The agr

FWC2026

Application by Spective Group Pty Ltd Trading AS Spective Group

[2026] FWCA 2300

Spective Group Pty Ltd, trading as Spective Group, applied for approval of the Spective Group Pty Ltd T/As Spective Group and the TFTU Enterprise Agreement 2026-2030. The Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union (TFTU) is t

FWC2026

Application by Sem Fire And Rescue Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2266

Sem Fire and Rescue Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026-2029. The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) and the United Firefighters’ Union of Australia (UFU)

FWC2026

Application by Crown Equipment Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2143

Crown Equipment Pty Ltd sought approval for the Crown Equipment Pty Ltd Melbourne Workshops Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) was a bargaining representative. Concerns arose re

FWC2026

Application by Bureau Veritas International Trade Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2219

Bureau Veritas International Trade Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Bureau Veritas International Trade Australia Pty Ltd – NSW Fuels Division Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise a

FWC2026

Application by Sonac Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2166

Sonac Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of its 'Sonac Australia Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026-2029'. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union (AMWU) sought to have the agreement cover them. There were minor e

FWC2026

Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)

[2026] FWC 2464

The Applicant applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. This application relates to employees of Valmet Pty Ltd. The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union also made a sepa

FWC2026

Application by Austube Mills Pty Ltd Trading AS Austube Mills

[2026] FWCA 2118

Austube Mills Pty Ltd sought approval for the Austube Mills Newcastle Enterprise Agreement 2026 – 2027. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the agreement met requirements under the Fair Work Act, including sectio

FWC2026

Application by Gordon Brothers Industries Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2168

Gordon Brothers Industries Pty Ltd sought approval for its Electrical Trades Enterprise Agreement 2025. The company identified typographical errors in clauses 52.1 (formatting) and 9 (subclause numbering). These errors w

FWC2026

the Applicant v The Trustee For Metalstrip Australia Trust

[2026] FWC 3038

the Applicant made an unfair dismissal application after being dismissed from Metalstrip Australia Pty Ltd on April 9, 2026. He lodged the application on May 19, 2026, which was outside the statutory 21-day timeframe. th

FWC2026

Application by United Workers' Union (108V)

[2026] FWC 3100

The United Workers' Union applied to the Fair Work Commission to extend the 30-day period for industrial action authorized by a protected action ballot (PR811942) in relation to matter B2026/808. The ballot was declared

FWC2026

Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)

[2026] FWC 3131

The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (CEPU) applied for a protected action ballot order under section 437 of the Fair Work Act 2009. The

FWC2026

Application by Precast Civil Industries Pty Ltd Trading AS Civilmart

[2026] FWCA 2373

Precast Civil Industries Pty Ltd, trading as Civilmart, sought approval for the Civilmart Mittagong Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees. The Australian Workers’ Un

FWC2026

Application by Lion Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2204

Lion Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Tooheys Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement is a single enterprise agreement covering employees in manufacturing and associated industries. The Un

FWC2026

Application by Tank Solutions Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2237

Tank Solutions Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Tank Solutions – Tomago Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement would apply to employees covered by the Manufacturing and Associated Industr

FWC2026

Application by Doka Formwork Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 2253

Doka Formwork Australia Pty Ltd sought to vary its Doka Emu Plains And Mount Druitt Enterprise Agreement 2026. The company identified a typographical error in clause 2.1.4 of the agreement. This clause incorrectly descri

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by A.H. Beard Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1249

A.H. Beard Pty Ltd, a company in the manufacturing industry, applied for approval of its Queensland Enterprise Agreement 2025. The Fair Work Commission was considering the application. The agreement covers employees in t

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC Ltd

[2026] FWC 2126

the Applicant commenced employment with Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC Ltd on a maximum term contract. The contract specified an end date. the Applicant brought a general protections claim, alleging he was dismi

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Industrial Galvanizers Corporation Pty Ltd Trading AS Ingal Civil Products

[2026] FWCA 1544

Industrial Galvanizers Corporation Pty Ltd, trading as Ingal Civil Products, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees in the manufacturing and associated industries. the Deputy Presid

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Zone Manufacturing Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 23

the Applicant commenced employment with Zone Manufacturing Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission received an application to deal with contraventions involving his dismissal. The application was stayed, meaning it has been te

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Thales Australia Limited Trading AS Australian Munitions

[2026] FWCA 1545

Thales Australia Limited, trading as Australian Munitions, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at its Benalla and Mulwala sites. The proposed agreement would run from 2025 to 202

FWC30 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Eversafe Extinguisher Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2060

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission regarding his unfair dismissal from Eversafe Extinguisher Australia Pty Ltd. The Deputy President Easton dismissed the application because it was not made i

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (128V)

[2026] FWCA 1725

The Communications, Electrical, Electronic, Energy, Information, Postal, Plumbing and Allied Services Union of Australia (CEPU) applied for approval of the ElecAutoSec Pty Ltd and ETU Enterprise Agreement 2024. The agree

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by McElligotts (Vic) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1141

McElligotts (Vic) Pty Ltd, a manufacturing company, applied for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the Maintenance Industrial Services Agreement 2026–2029. The agreement covers employees in the building, metal and c

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Australian Health & Nutrition Association Limited Trading AS Sanitarium Health Food Company

[2026] FWCA 1468

The Fair Work Commission considered an application by Australian Health & Nutrition Association Limited, trading as Sanitarium Health Food Company, regarding an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at the

FWC30 Dec 2025

Application by Bostik Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1267

Bostik Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of an enterprise agreement covering employees at its Thomastown, Victoria, site. The agreement covers the period from 2026 to 2029. The Fair Work Commission was considering t

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