Application for approval of the NF Ocean Productions Pty Ltd Crew Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2026

[1] An application has been made for the approval of a Greenfields agreement known as the NF Ocean Productions Pty Ltd Crew Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2026 (the Agreement). The application was made pursuant to s.185 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (the Act). It has been made by NF Ocean Productions Pty Ltd (the Applicant).

[2] This is a Greenfields agreement that meets the requirements of section 172(2)(b) of the Act.

[3] Noting clause 1.5 of the Agreement, I am satisfied that the more beneficial entitlements of the NES in the Act will prevail where there is an inconsistency between the Agreement and the NES.

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

[5] In accordance with s. 187(5)(a) of the Act, I am satisfied that the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) is entitled to represent the industrial interests of a majority of employees who will be covered by the Agreement in relation to work that is to be performed under it. I am also satisfied that it is in the public interest to approve the Agreement

[6] Pursuant to s.53(2)(b) of the Act, I note the Agreement was made with the MEAA and that the Agreement covers this organisation.

[7]

The Agreement is approved and will operate in accordance with s.54 of the Act.

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