2026 IR Outlook

2026 is shaping up as a defining year for industrial and employee relations, as major developments in the courts and Canberra impact your workforce models, bargaining strategies and site practices.  

Join the AREEA team and your industry colleagues to unpack perspectives on the Albanese Government’s two major reviews of the National Employment Standards and the controversial “Closing Loopholes” reforms. 

Hear the latest on recent Federal Court decisions creating new risks and considerations for employers, including rulings on workplace delegate rights and the highly contentious BHP Coal labour hire orders. 

Explore union pressure points on site access, labour engagement models and compliance enforcement and what employers can do to manage risk and maintain operational certainty.  

The AREEA team will walk you through what these developments mean for your business in 2026 and how you can navigate the changing IR landscape.  

Ensure you’re across the IR and ER issues that matter most in 2026.  

Event details:
Date: Thursday 19 February 2026
Time: 7:45am registration | 8:00am–9:30am AWST
Venue: Double Tree by Hilton, Perth Waterfront, 1 Barrack Square

Attendance is complimentary for AREEA members. A catered breakfast will be provided. Please advise of dietary requirements on registration.