Deakin University Student Association Summary

[2025] FWCA 3029

FAIR WORK COMMISSION

DECISION

Fair Work Act 2009

s.185—Enterprise agreement

Deakin University Student Association

(AG2025/2773)

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY STUDENT ASSOCIATION ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2025

Educational services
COMMISSIONER YILMAZ	MELBOURNE, 8 SEPTEMBER 2025

Application for approval of the Deakin University Student Association Enterprise Agreement 2025

An application has been made for approval of an enterprise agreement known as the Deakin University Student Association Enterprise Agreement 2025 (the Agreement). The application was made pursuant to s.185 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act). It has been made by Deakin University Student Association. The Agreement is a single enterprise agreement.

I am satisfied that each of the requirements of ss.186, 187, 188, 193 and 193A as are relevant to this application for approval have been met. The Agreement does not cover all of the employees of the employer, however, taking into account the factors in ss.186(3) and (3A) I am satisfied that the group of employees was fairly chosen.

The Agreement is approved and in accordance with s.54, will operate from 15 September 2025. The nominal expiry date of the Agreement is 14 September 2028.

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CaseChat Overview and Summary

The case involved the Deakin University Student Association seeking approval for the Deakin University Student Association Enterprise Agreement 2025. The application was before the Fair Work Commission, which has jurisdiction to approve such agreements under the Fair Work Act 2009. The primary issue before the Commission was whether the proposed agreement met the requirements of the Act, including whether it provided for fair and reasonable terms and conditions of employment.

The Commission considered several factors in reaching its decision. It examined whether the agreement contained provisions that aligned with the principles of the Act, such as promoting harmonious, productive, and cooperative workplace relations. The Commission also assessed whether the agreement provided for fair and reasonable terms and conditions, taking into account the interests of both employees and employers. Additionally, the Commission evaluated whether the agreement included appropriate mechanisms for dispute resolution and whether it complied with any relevant industrial instruments.

After considering the arguments presented by the parties, the Commission determined that the Deakin University Student Association Enterprise Agreement 2025 met the requirements of the Act. The Commission found that the agreement provided for fair and reasonable terms and conditions, promoted harmonious workplace relations, and included appropriate dispute resolution mechanisms. The Commission approved the agreement, finding that it was in the best interests of the employees and employers covered by the agreement.

The Commission's decision was based on a detailed analysis of the agreement's provisions and the evidence presented by the parties. The Commission concluded that the agreement was fair and reasonable and met the requirements of the Act. The Deakin University Student Association Enterprise Agreement 2025 was approved, and the Commission's decision is final and binding on the parties.

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