Bulletin 2 - enterprise agreement negotiations commenced - issued 23 March 2026

The first negotiation meeting for a new Power and Water Enterprise Agreement was held on 18 March 2026.

This was a productive meeting attended by the Electrical Trades Union, Community and Public Sector Union, Australian Manufacturing Workers Union, Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers Australia (Professionals Australia) and their workplace delegates; along with representatives from the Power and Water Corporation (PWC) and my office.

The unions advised they have formed a Single Bargaining Unit and should be in a position to provide a consolidated log of claims for the next meeting, however broadly discussed a range of areas their claims will be focusing on. A range of employer-based proposals were also discussed, including Northern Territory Public Sector common conditions, and some general areas covering PWC initiatives.

The parties also discussed the bargaining process and committed to work constructively to finalise a new agreement. It is my intention to provide an offer for a new agreement before the expiry of the current agreement on 15 July 2026, and in line with the Northern Territory Public Sector Bargaining Policy 2025-2028.

Have your say – your feedback is important

Should you wish to provide feedback during this process, you can do so by email to enquiries.ocpe@nt.gov.au.

More information

Regular updates in relation to the bargaining process will be posted on this website.

Information on bargaining in general can be obtained on the Fair Work Commision website or you can contact their information line 1300 799 675.

Nicole Hurwood
Commissioner for Public Employment