the Applicant v the Respondent
Citation: [2026] FWC 153
What happened
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal. The Deputy President, Easton DP, considered whether the application was made in accordance with the Fair Work Act. The case number was U2025/16222.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed the Applicant’s application. The Deputy President found the application was not made in accordance with the Act, as the application fee was not paid or waived. The Commission did not consider the merits of the unfair dismissal claim.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure employees follow the correct procedures when lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission, including paying the required fees or having them waived.
What it means for employees
Employees need to be aware of the requirements for lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission, including paying the application fee or obtaining a waiver. 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 →