[1] An application has been made for approval of an enterprise agreement to be known as the Humes Tamworth Enterprise Agreement 2025 (Agreement). The application was made pursuant to s.185 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Act). It has been made by Holcim (Australia) Pty Ltd (Employer). The Agreement is a single enterprise agreement.

[2] The Australian Workers' Union (AWU), being a bargaining representative for the Agreement, has given notice under s.183 of the Act that it wants to be covered by the Agreement. In accordance with s.201(2) of the Act, I note that the Agreement covers this organisation.

[3] Pursuant to s.205A(2) of the Act, the workplace delegates' rights term prescribed by the Concrete Products Award 2020 is taken to be a term of the Agreement.

[4] I am satisfied that each of the requirements of ss.186, 187, 188, 193 and 193A of the Act, as are relevant to this application for approval, have been met.

[5] I am satisfied the more beneficial entitlements of the NES will prevail where there is an inconsistency between the Agreement and the NES.

[6] The Agreement is approved and, in accordance with s.54 of the Act, will operate from 24 February 2026. The nominal expiry date of the Agreement is 17 February 2029.

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