the Applicant v HOPEA Family Trust t/as HoseCo Australia Pty Ltd
Citation: [2025] FWC 3582
What happened
the Applicant, an employee, sought an unfair dismissal remedy from HOPEA Family Trust t/as HoseCo Australia Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission found that the Applicant’s application for an unfair dismissal remedy was not made in accordance with the Fair Work Act. The application fee was also not paid or waived.
What was decided
Deputy President Easton dismissed the Applicant’s application. The Commission found the application was not made in accordance with the Act. The decision states, 'application fee not paid or waived – application not made in accordance with the Act - application dismissed.'
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure employees understand the requirements for lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission, including payment of fees or eligibility for waivers. This helps ensure applications are properly submitted and processed.
What it means for employees
Employees need to follow the correct procedures and pay the required fees when applying for remedies with the Fair Work Commission. Failure to do so can result in the application being dismissed.
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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 →