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FWCFair Work Commission · 31 December 2024

the Applicant v Weldon Children's Services

Citation: [2025] FWC 3494

What happened

the Applicant commenced employment with Weldon Children's Services. The Fair Work Commission heard an application concerning contraventions involving her dismissal. the Deputy President and a Cross Deputy President were involved in the decision.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission’s decision is documented in [2025] FWC 3494. The document details an application to deal with contraventions involving a dismissal. Further details are available in the full document.

What it means for employers

Employers should review their dismissal processes to ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation. This includes ensuring fair treatment and adherence to legal requirements throughout the dismissal process.

What it means for employees

Employees facing dismissal should be aware of their rights and options for seeking redress through the Fair Work Commission. This includes understanding the process for making an application to deal with contraventions.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2025fwc3494.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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