National Tertiary Education Industry Union v James Cook University

[2013] FWC 2976

[2013] FWC 2976

FAIR WORK COMMISSION

DECISION

Fair Work Act 2009
s.437 - Application for a protected action ballot order

National Tertiary Education Industry Union
v
James Cook University
(B2013/113)

COMMISSIONER SIMPSON BRISBANE, 13 MAY 2013

Proposed protected action ballot by employees of James Cook University

[1] This decision concerns an application made pursuant to s.437 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act) by the “National Tertiary Education Industry Union” (the Union). The Union seeks a protected action ballot order in relation to certain employees of James Cook University.

[2] The Employer has advised that it does not oppose the application.

[3] In the circumstances I have decided to determine the matter on the papers as I am satisfied it is not necessary to hold a hearing.

[4] I am satisfied that the requirements in ss 443(1)(a) and (b) have been met and that, accordingly, an order must be made. An order, PR536579, based on the draft provided by the National Tertiary Education Industry Union will issue at the same time as this decision.

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