REGISTERED ORGANISATIONS – amalgamation – Transitionally Recognised Association – Sch. 1, Cl. 6(2) Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 – applicant sought extension to its status so its work in rationalising its internal affairs with Federal counterpart, Australian Nurse and Midwives’ Association (ANMF), could be completed – also wanted to directly enforce federal agreements that cover it – in practice applicant operated with Queensland branch of ANMF (QNU Branch) – both sought to operate in both Federal and Queensland industrial systems – Sch. 1, Cl. 6(1)(c)(i) of RO Act end of transitional recognition applicable – due to cease 1 January 2017 unless Commission satisfied progress had been made towards rationalising its internal affairs with federal counterpart – applicant provided statutory declaration setting out steps taken – progress made in many areas – applicant required more time regarding joint employment of officials and staff, right of entry permits and other matters – Commission satisfied that applicant had made progress – extension of applicant’s TRA status to 1 January 2018 granted. Queensland Nurses’ Union of Employees
