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Modern Award Variations

Fair Work Commission decisions to vary or interpret modern award terms.

100 modern award variations decisions on file. Plain-English summaries with links to the original judgment. Ask the AI advisor about your situation — Plus members get full case-law citations in answers.

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Beach Energy Limited

[2026] FWCA 1406 · Fair Work Commission

Beach Energy Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the Beach Energy Otway Operations (Maintenance Technicians) Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the oil and gas industry.

FWC28 May 2026

Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – gender undervaluation – priority awards review,Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – gender undervaluation – priority awards review

[2026] FWCFB 126 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC28 May 2026

the Applicant v CorePlus Brighton Pty Ltd & the Respondent

[2026] FWC 1954 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The application related to contraventions involving her dismissal. The Fair Work Commission case number was C2025/12576. CorePlus B

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1401 · Fair Work Commission

Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd, a company in the cement and concrete products industry, sought approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers tipper drivers in the Eastern Region, specifically the Cent

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Inghams Enterprises Pty Limited Trading AS Inghams Enterprises

[2026] FWCA 1405 · Fair Work Commission

Inghams Enterprises Pty Limited, trading as Inghams Enterprises, sought approval of the Inghams Enterprises (South Australia Processing and Distribution) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the p

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Victorian Rail Track Trading AS VicTrack

[2026] FWCA 1407 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of the VicTrack Enterprise Agreement 2025 – 2029. VicTrack, a rail industry organisation, sought approval for the agreement. The Commissioner hear

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Cranbourne Pakenham Racing Club Inc

[2026] FWCA 1388 · Fair Work Commission

Cranbourne Pakenham Racing Club Inc applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a single-enterprise agreement called the Southside Racing Pakenham Racecourse Agreement 2026–2028. The application was assigned case

FWC28 May 2026

Application by The Australasian Meat Industry Employees Union re Hilton Foods Australia —Heathwood,Application by The Australasian Meat Industry Employees Union re Hilton Foods Australia —Heathwood

[2026] FWC 1891 · Fair Work Commission

The Australasian Meat Industry Employees Union applied for a regulated labour hire arrangement order concerning AWX Labour Hire Pty Ltd and Hilton Foods Australia Pty Ltd. The application relates to work performed at Hil

FWC28 May 2026

the Applicant v Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1948 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The case involved Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd. The Commission noted the application was incomplete and related to a dismissal

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers’ Union of Australia

[2024] FWC 2895 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers’ Union of Australia applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application relates to the Commission’s power to make road transport minimum standards orders, employee-like worker minimum standards ord

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Specialty Packaging Group Pty Ltd Trading AS Opal Specialty Packaging

[2026] FWCA 1295 · Fair Work Commission

Specialty Packaging Group Pty Ltd, trading as Opal Specialty Packaging, applied for approval of the Specialty Packaging (Victoria) Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the graphic arts industry. t

FWC28 May 2026

Application/Notification by Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union (139V)

[2026] FWC 1984 · Fair Work Commission

The Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union (RTBU) applied to the Fair Work Commission for consent to alter eligibility rules. This application related to s 158 of the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009.

FWC28 May 2026

Mining and Energy Union (301V) v Fitzroy Coal Management Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1988 · Fair Work Commission

The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) brought a claim against Fitzroy Coal Management Pty Ltd. The dispute relates to matters arising under the Fitzroy Mining Operations Enterprise Agreement 2025 and the National Employment

FWC27 May 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1354 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the proposed enterprise agreement between Newgen Glass & Aluminium Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) for subcontractors in cl

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers’ Union of Australia

[2025] FWCFB 58 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers' Union of Australia (TWU) lodged four applications with the Fair Work Commission (MS2024/1 to MS2024/4) seeking minimum standards orders for employee-like workers and road transport workers, and a r

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers’ Union of Australia

[2026] FWC 895 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers’ Union of Australia applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application relates to minimum standards orders and road transport contractual chain orders under Chapter 3A of the Fair Work Act 2009. T

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Fremantle Freight & Storage Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1974 · Fair Work Commission

Fremantle Freight & Storage Pty Ltd applied for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026. the Commissioner considered the application. The agreement relates to employees in the storage services industry.

FWC27 May 2026

Aldi Foods Pty Limited As General Partner Of Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership) Trading AS Aldi Stores v Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association (006N) & United Workers' Union (108V) and Others

[2026] FWCFB 134 · Fair Work Commission

Aldi Foods Pty Limited appealed decisions made by a Fair Work Commissioner regarding multiple matters (AG2024/4407, AG2025/972, and AG2025/111). The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association and the United Work

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Indigo Shire Council

[2026] FWCA 1395 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the Indigo Shire Council Enterprise Agreement 2025 – 2028. The agreement was submitted for approval. the Commissioner heard the application. The agreement cove

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers' Union of Australia & Australian Road Transport Industrial Organization re fuel cost recovery

[2026] FWCFB 131 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers' Union of Australia and the Australian Road Transport Industrial Organization applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a road transport contractual chain order relating to fuel

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers’ Union of Australia

[2024] FWC 3470 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers' Union of Australia (TWU) lodged four applications seeking minimum standards orders for employee-like workers and road transport workers, plus a road transport contractual chain order. Menulog Pty L

FWC27 May 2026

Application by Transport Workers’ Union of Australia

[2024] FWC 2438 · Fair Work Commission

In August 2024, the Transport Workers' Union of Australia (TWU) lodged three applications with the Fair Work Commission seeking minimum standards orders for gig-economy and road transport workers. Two applications (MS202

FWC27 May 2026

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

[2026] FWC 1944 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC26 May 2026

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

[2026] FWC 1937 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC26 May 2026

Application by Eletech Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1374 · Fair Work Commission

Eletech Pty Ltd, an electrical contracting business, applied for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026–2028. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. the Commissioner made the decision. The agreement cove

FWC26 May 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1371 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between Steelfinne Fabrications Unit Trust t/as Steelfinne Fabrications Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victor

FWC26 May 2026

Application by Qube Forestry Pty Ltd Trading AS Qube Forestry

[2026] FWCA 1386 · Fair Work Commission

Qube Forestry Pty Ltd, trading as Qube Forestry, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Tasmania Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the timber and paper products industry. the C

FWC26 May 2026

Application by Cubis Systems Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1370 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC26 May 2026

Application by Coca Cola Europacific Partners Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1294 · Fair Work Commission

Coca Cola Europacific Partners Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Victorian Distribution Centre Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the food, beverages, and tobacco m

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Legeneering Services Pty Ltd Trading AS Legeneering

[2026] FWCA 1357 · Fair Work Commission

Legeneering Services Pty Ltd, trading as Legeneering, sought approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the oil and gas industry. the Commissioner considered the application. The agreeme

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Meercroft Care Inc

[2026] FWCA 1368 · Fair Work Commission

Meercroft Care Inc, a health and welfare services provider, sought approval of its Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2026. The agreement was submitted for consideration. the Deputy President was involved in the decision. T

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Phe Hv And Switchboards Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1910 · Fair Work Commission

Phe HV and Switchboards Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees in the electrical contracting industry. the Commissioner heard the application.

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Sorbent Paper Company Pty Ltd Trading AS Sorbent Paper

[2026] FWCA 1339 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Programmed Facility Management Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1362 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC25 May 2026

Application by Honeywell Limited

[2026] FWCA 1366 · Fair Work Commission

Honeywell Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers technicians in Victoria and is with the HBS Technicians Victoria and ETU. The proposed agreement woul

FWC25 May 2026

Application by SRG Global Civil Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1361 · Fair Work Commission

SRG Global Civil Pty Ltd applied for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. the Commissioner made the decision. The agreement covers employees in the building serv

FCA7 May 2026$14,145

Western Chinese Language School Incorporated v Fair Work Ombudsman

[2026] FCAFC 58 · Federal Court

Western Chinese Language School Incorporated (WCLS), a community language school, received a compliance notice in September 2022 from a Fair Work Inspector. The notice alleged WCLS had breached the Social, Community, Hom

FWC18 Apr 2026

Decision [2025] FWCFB 74

[2025] FWCFB 74 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission's Expert Panel, constituted under s 620(1D) of the Fair Work Act 2009, conducted a self-initiated review into gender-based undervaluation of work across five modern awards. The review was trigger

FWC18 Apr 2026

[2025] FWC 923

[2025] FWC 923 · Fair Work Commission

The Maritime Union of Australia (a division of the CFMEU) lodged a dispute against Sydney International Container Terminals Pty Ltd (trading as Hutchison Ports Sydney) and its Brisbane counterpart under their shared ente

FWC17 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 515

[2026] FWC 515 · Fair Work Commission

Shane Stephens commenced an unfair dismissal claim against Citic Pacific Mining Management Pty Ltd in September 2025, seeking reinstatement. The case involved a drug test failure and concerns about the chain of custody o

FWC17 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 347

[2026] FWC 347 · Fair Work Commission

Brayden Dale-McCormick was dismissed from Sleepeezee Bedding Australia Pty Ltd after a roadside drug test revealed cannabis in his system. Dale-McCormick admitted to using cannabis over the weekend prior to returning to

FWC17 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 512

[2026] FWC 512 · Fair Work Commission

Eric Jordan was dismissed from Pacific National Services Pty Ltd on 26 May 2025. The company alleges he performed Nazi salutes at Mittagong Railway Station on 6 March 2025, breaching workplace policies and damaging the c

FWC17 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 298

[2026] FWC 298 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant was employed by Tru Ninja Pty Ltd as a part-time Supervisor and Administrator from June 2024 to October 2025. She was dismissed for serious misconduct related to her handling of bereavement leave following

FWC17 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 434

[2026] FWC 434 · Fair Work Commission

Cassandra Cooke, a First Officer (pilot) with 27 years of service at National Jet Express Pty Ltd, was dismissed after allegedly making disparaging comments about a colleague, Wayne Ovens, to a work colleague, Victoria P

FWO16 Apr 2026$18,290

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-04-17-drew-and-schofer-cn-penalty-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Drew and Schofer Real Estate Pty Ltd, a Sydney real estate agency, and its director, the Respondent, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance Notice

FWO15 Apr 2026$194,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-04-16-luck-bird-eu-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has entered into an Enforceable Undertaking with The Luck Bird Pty Ltd, trading as Carlucci’s Restaurant in Templestowe, Melbourne. The restaurant underpaid 38 employees, including visa holders an

FWO30 Mar 2026$17,502

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-31-angel-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

the Applicant, the former operator of Angel Smash Worx in Gosford, NSW, has been penalised $17,502 by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a Fair Work Ombudsman investigation into breaches of pay slip laws

FWO30 Mar 2026$45,072

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-31-the-ella-group-nsw-pty-ltd-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against The Ella Group (NSW) Pty Ltd, which operates Funtime Childcare in Greenacre, and its sole director, Louise Ramona Yaacoubian. They failed to comply with a Compliance Noti

FWO24 Mar 2026$41,254

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-25-hoppers-trailer-pty-ltd-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

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

FWO24 Mar 2026$18,950

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-25-veens-group-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against Veens Group Pty Ltd, a housing construction company in Harrington Park, Sydney, and its sole director, the Respondent. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance

FCA19 Mar 2026

Fair Work Ombudsman v Jats Joint Pty Ltd

[2026] FCAFC 25 · Federal Court

The Fair Work Ombudsman brought proceedings against Jats Joint Pty Ltd concerning the interpretation of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award 2010. The central dispute was whether a night shift l

FCA19 Mar 2026

Fair Work Ombudsman v Torrens University Australia Limited

[2026] FCAFC 17 · Federal Court

The Fair Work Ombudsman issued a compliance notice to Torrens University Australia Limited under section 716(2) of the Fair Work Act 2009. The notice concerned how the university was paying casual academic staff for lect

FWO12 Mar 2026$19,800

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-13-sham-contracting-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) are increasing their focus on sham contracting. This occurs when employers misclassify employees as independent contractors to avoid paying entitleme

FWO10 Mar 2026$35,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-11-anl-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Australian Native Landscapes Pty Ltd, a landscaping and gardening materials company based in New South Wales. The company allegedly underpaid four workers a tota

FWO5 Mar 2026$42,799

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-06-shinya-torquay-hr-pty-ltd-and-shinya-geelong-hr-pty-ltd-compliance-notice-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Shinya Geelong HR Pty Ltd and Shinya Torquay HR Pty Ltd, former operators of ramen restaurants in Geelong and Torquay, Victoria, have been penalized for failing to comply with Compliance Notices. The Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO5 Mar 2026$12,375

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-06-echuca-kebabs-pty-ltd-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Echuca Kebabs Pty Ltd, a take-away food business in Echuca, Victoria, and its sole director, Zekeriye Bilir, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a failure to comply with a Fair Work

FWO2 Mar 2026$2,600,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-03-uniting-communities-incorporated-eu-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Uniting Communities Incorporated, a South Australian community services provider, will return over $2.6 million in underpayments to approximately 1,500 current and former employees. The underpayments occurred between Nov

FWO24 Feb 2026$7,789

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-25-agape-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Agape Reablement and Support Services NSW Pty Ltd, a Queensland-based disability support services company, and its sole director, Rowell Ian Mammah Llorente. The

FWO24 Feb 2026$87,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-25-villa-romana-eu-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated Villa Romana restaurant in Cairns, owned by Mesa 3 Pty Ltd and Helen Papagelou (as trustees of the Ex-RPH Trust). An investigation, following a 2023 inspection, found the restaurant u

FWO19 Feb 2026$24,469

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-20-caretodance-and-basescu-failure-to-comply-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

CareToDance Pty Ltd, a Sydney dance studio, and its director, Cristian Basescu, are facing legal action from the Fair Work Ombudsman. This follows a Fair Work Commission order in December 2024 requiring CareToDance to pa

FWO5 Feb 2026$112,985

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-06-taylors-business-yarraville-business-and-snnb-enterprises-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against SNNB Enterprises Pty Ltd, Taylors Business Pty Ltd, and Yarraville Business Pty Ltd, which previously operated Cash Converters stores in Epping, Delahey, and Yarraville.

FWO5 Feb 2026$80,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-06-canberra-electrical-solutions-pty-ltd-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Canberra Electrical Solutions Pty Ltd and its director, Tayfun Yildirim, have been penalized for failing to comply with Fair Work Ombudsman Compliance Notices. The company employed two workers—an electrical labourer and

FWO1 Feb 2026$36,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-02-well-health-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Well Health Medical Services Pty Ltd, formerly operating Well Health Medical Hub in Merrylands, Sydney, and its sole director, the Respondent, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a

FWO1 Feb 2026$9,014

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-02-workplace-medical-consultants-and-zammitt-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Workplace Medical Consultants Pty Ltd, a patient transport company in Sydney, and its director, David Zammitt, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed their failure to comply with a Fai

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 137

[2026] FWC 137 · Fair Work Commission

Jack Gibson, a teacher at Erindale College, was placed on unpaid leave in January 2023. While overseas in August 2023, he was sent a letter detailing seven allegations of inappropriate behaviour involving students, inclu

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 253

[2026] FWC 253 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from Exclusive Contracting (WA) Pty Ltd on 25 July 2025, after making comments at a company meeting about Chinese workers in the construction industry. the Applicant, a Ceiling Fixer employed

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWCFB 4

[2026] FWCFB 4 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant, an employee, made several applications to the Fair Work Commission, including a general protections application and a stop bullying application. His employment ended on 13 January 2025. Quantum Systems Pty

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 189

[2026] FWC 189 · Fair Work Commission

Tamara Depp (the Applicant) sought an unfair dismissal remedy from Oz Seaside Hair And Beauty Pty Ltd (the Respondent). The Applicant started working for the business on 16 January 2024, under a previous owner. The Respo

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2024] FWC 1699

[2024] FWC 1699 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has made determinations to vary 155 modern awards to include a delegates’ rights term. This change stems from the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023, which aims to

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 48

[2026] FWC 48 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked as a delivery person for Portier Pacific Pty Limited (Uber Eats) from November 2022 until July 2025. On 29 July 2025, Uber Eats deactivated his access to the Uber Delivery Platform. This followed two

FWO26 Jan 2026$93,900

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-01-27-korserv-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Korserv Pty Ltd, a Queensland-based labour hire provider, and its manager, the Respondent. This action follows an audit of pay rates at a strawberry farm in the

FWO15 Jan 2026$9,576

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-01-16-bray-cn-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Blake Bray, the former owner and director of Terra Nova Interiors Pty Ltd, a joinery and cabinet-making company based in Western Sydney. The company went into li

FWO15 Jan 2026$41,250

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-01-16-rapid-plumbing-group-cn-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Rapid Plumbing Group Pty Ltd, a Western Sydney plumbing company, and its sole director, the Respondent. A young worker was employed as a plumber by Rapid Plumbin

FWO13 Jan 2026$213,120

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-01-14-unsw-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman secured a penalty against the University of New South Wales (UNSW) for record-keeping failures. Between 2017 and 2022, UNSW failed to keep records for 63 casual academic employees, including hours

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Navitas Australia Pty Ltd Trading AS Taylors College Sydney

[2026] FWCA 1591 · Fair Work Commission

Navitas Australia Pty Ltd, trading as Taylors College Sydney, sought approval of a proposed enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at the Taylors College Waterloo Campus. Deputy President Slevin heard the a

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N),Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1461 · Fair Work Commission

The CFMEU applied to the Fair Work Commission for a variation of the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024. The application was given the case numbers AG2026/874 and AG2026/875. Deputy President Bi

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by InvoCare Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1593 · Fair Work Commission

InvoCare Australia Pty Ltd applied for approval of an enterprise agreement for its Western Australia funeral operations. The agreement would cover employees and expire in 2029. Deputy President O’keeffe considered the ap

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Bradnam's Windows And Doors Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1586 · Fair Work Commission

Bradnam’s Windows and Doors Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at their Kings Park location. The proposed agreement is titled 'Bradnam’s Wi

FWC1 Jan 2026

the Applicant v iitechnology Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1970 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application before the Fair Work Commission. The Commission initiated the matter after identifying potential issues related to his dismissal. The Deputy President and the Commission considered an

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by UGL Resources (Contracting) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1599 · Fair Work Commission

UGL Resources (Contracting) Pty Ltd, trading as UGL Alcoa Portland, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a proposed enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees at its Alcoa Portland facility. The

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1585 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between Innova Building Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) for subco

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Bidfood NSW Pty Limited Trading AS Bidfood Port Macquarie

[2026] FWCA 1418 · Fair Work Commission

Bidfood NSW Pty Limited, trading as Bidfood Port Macquarie, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a proposed enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees in the food, beverages, and tobacco manufact

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Greencorp Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1594 · Fair Work Commission

Greencorp Pty Ltd, a manufacturer, sought approval of an enterprise agreement with the United Workers’ Union. The proposed agreement, titled 'Greencorp Pty Ltd and United Workers’ Union Enterprise Agreement 2026 – 2028',

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by All Purpose Installations Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1415 · Fair Work Commission

All Purpose Installations Pty Ltd sought approval of an enterprise agreement with the CEPU – Plumbing Division (Vic) Plumbing. The agreement covers employees in the plumbing industry. The proposed agreement is titled 'Al

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by St John Ambulance Western Australia Ltd. Trading AS St John Wa

[2026] FWCA 1392 · Fair Work Commission

St John Ambulance Western Australia Ltd. applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Administration and Support Services Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the ambulance and patient

FWC1 Jan 2026

the Applicant v Tennis Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2094 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant and a co-worker brought applications to the Fair Work Commission. The Applicant’s application concerned a dismissal, while her partner’s application related to contraventions. The Commission considered both

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Grove Fruit Juice Pty Ltd Trading AS Grove Fruit Juice

[2026] FWCA 1471 · Fair Work Commission

Grove Fruit Juice Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the food, beverages and tobacco manufacturing industry. the Commissioner cons

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N),Application by CFMEU (105N),Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1462 · Fair Work Commission

The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the variation of the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Fremantle Enterprise Agreement 2024. The application was lodged by the CFMEU. Deputy President Binet DP heard t

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Rix (Melbourne) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1580 · Fair Work Commission

Rix (Melbourne) Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between the company and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractors Piling.

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by Transport Workers' Union of Australia (179V)

[2026] FWC 2273 · Fair Work Commission

The Transport Workers' Union of Australia (TWU) applied to the Fair Work Commission for an employee-like worker minimum standards order. This application concerned workers performing ‘on demand’ passenger transport work.

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by CB Admin Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1470 · Fair Work Commission

CB Admin Pty Ltd applied for approval of the Cleary Bros Workshop Employees Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The agreement's expiry date

FWC1 Jan 2026

Application by CFMEU (105N),Application by CFMEU (105N)

[2026] FWCA 1460 · Fair Work Commission

The CFMEU applied for a variation to the Qube Ports Pty Ltd Port of Bunbury Enterprise Agreement 2024. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. Deputy President Binet heard the application.

FWC1 Jan 2026

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

[2026] FWCA 1468 · Fair Work Commission

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

FWC31 Dec 2025

Application by CCR Group Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2059 · Fair Work Commission

CCR Group Pty Ltd, a manufacturer, sought approval of an enterprise agreement. The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) and the Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) opposed the appr

FWC31 Dec 2025

Application by Ssx Services Pty Limited Trading AS Infrabuild Steel

[2026] FWCA 827 · Fair Work Commission

Ssx Services Pty Limited, trading as Infrabuild Steel, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the InfraBuild Steel Laverton Steel Mill Enterprise Agreement 2026–2028. The agreement covers employees in the ma

FWC31 Dec 2025

Application by Hazell Bros Resources Pty Ltd Trading AS Hazell Bros Group

[2026] FWCA 1124 · Fair Work Commission

Hazell Bros Resources Pty Ltd, trading as Hazell Bros Group, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers transport employees. The Fair Work Commission was considering the application for approval

FWC31 Dec 2025

Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union (139V) v Metro Trains Melbourne Pty Ltd Trading AS Metro Trains Melbourne

[2026] FWC 1551 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant brought a dispute to the Fair Work Commission concerning matters arising under the Metro Trains Melbourne Pty Ltd Rail Operations Enterprise Agreement 2023 and the National Employment Standards (NES). The d

FWC31 Dec 2025

Application by Aldi Foods Pty Limited As General Partner Of Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership) Trading AS Aldi Stores

[2026] FWCA 3 · Fair Work Commission

Aldi Foods Pty Limited, trading as Aldi Stores, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the ALDI Stapylton Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the retail industry. The Deputy Presiden

FWC31 Dec 2025

Application by Jonoco Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCA 1268 · Fair Work Commission

Jonoco Pty Ltd, an electrical contracting business, applied for approval of its Employees Enterprise Agreement 2026–2029. The agreement covers employees in the electrical contracting industry. the Commissioner considered

FWC31 Dec 2025

the Applicant v Network RV Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 159 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Network RV Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the Applicant’s annual earnings were above the high-income threshold, which woul