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Qantas Employees Accept New Enterprise Agreement

December 10, 2025

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Key Takeaways

Qantas employees accept new Enterprise Agreement.
Minimum 5% wage increase in first year.
Cumulative 14% pay rise by 2028.
New protections for last-minute roster changes.

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Strategic Implications

This agreement may signal a shift in Qantas' approach to employee relations, potentially improving staff morale and retention. The wage increases and job security measures could set a precedent for other airlines in the region, suggesting a possible increase in labor costs and a reevaluation of cost-cutting strategies.

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What Happened

Australian Carrier Agrees To Wage Increases And Job Security

Qantas employees, represented by the Australian Services Union (ASU), have voted to accept a new Enterprise Agreement that includes substantial wage increases and enhanced job security measures. The agreement secures a minimum 5% wage increase in the first year and a cumulative 14% pay rise by 2028, as well as new protections for last-minute roster changes. According to ASU Assistant National Secretary Scott Cowen, the agreement represents a major advancement for worker welfare and airline safety. Despite the successful vote, the ASU expressed ongoing concerns about Qantas management’s focus on cost-cutting measures and outsourcing. The agreement was reported by AeroTime.

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