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FWCFair Work Commission · 31 December 2024

the Applicant v Brimbank City Council

Citation: [2025] FWC 3067

What happened

the Applicant commenced an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Brimbank City Council. The Fair Work Commission did not provide details of the events leading to the application.

What was decided

the Commissioner heard the application. The decision states, 'This is a decision on an application for an unfair dismissal remedy'. The document does not detail the reasons for the decision or any orders made. The case number is U2025/12165 and the decision date is 2024-12-31.

What it means for employers

The document provides no specific guidance for employers. It highlights the importance of following Fair Work processes when dealing with employee dismissals.

What it means for employees

Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed can apply for a remedy through the Fair Work Commission. The process and outcomes will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2025fwc3067.pdf

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This summary was drafted from the published decision and reviewed before publishing. It is general information, not legal advice. For your specific situation, speak to the Fair Work Ombudsman (13 13 94) or a qualified lawyer. About these summaries & corrections →

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