Ms Kyra Manning v Rick Poole
Citation: [2026] FWC 150
What happened
Ms Kyra Manning sought an unfair dismissal remedy from Rick Poole. The Fair Work Commission found her application was not made in accordance with the Fair Work Act. The application fee was not paid or waived. Deputy President Easton dismissed the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed Ms Manning’s application for an unfair dismissal remedy. Deputy President Easton found the application was not made in accordance with the Fair Work Act, as the application fee was not paid or waived. The Commission did not provide further reasoning.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure applicants for unfair dismissal remedies comply with the requirements of the Fair Work Act, including paying the application fee or having it waived.
What it means for employees
Employees seeking an unfair dismissal remedy must ensure their application is made in accordance with the Fair Work Act, including paying the required application fee or obtaining a waiver.
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