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FWCFair Work Commission · 31 December 2024

Mr Ben Marcakis v PWB Vegetation Management Pty Ltd

Citation: [2025] FWC 3385

What happened

Ben Marcakis commenced an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against PWB Vegetation Management Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission notes that the respondent did not file a response to the application. The case number is U2025/9687.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission made a decision regarding Mr Marcakis’s application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission notes the respondent did not file a response. The full decision is available as a PDF download.

What it means for employers

Responding to Fair Work applications is crucial. Failure to respond can impact the outcome of a case. Employers should ensure they have processes in place to monitor and respond to claims promptly.

What it means for employees

Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed should consider lodging an application with the Fair Work Commission. Even if the employer does not respond, the Commission will still make a decision.

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Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:

https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-view/decisions/mr-ben-marcakis-v-pwb-vegetation-management-pty-ltd-2025-fwc-3385-0

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This summary was drafted by AI 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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