Application by the Applicant
Citation: [2026] FWC 1648
What happened
The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission. The application related to an unfair deactivation remedy. The application fee was not paid or waived, and it was not made in accordance with the Act. Deputy President Saunders and another Deputy President considered the application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed the application by the Applicant. The Commission found the application was not made in accordance with the Act, and the fee was not paid or waived. As such, the application was not valid.
What it means for employers
This decision highlights the importance of ensuring applications to the Fair Work Commission are made correctly and in accordance with the Act. Employers should be aware of the requirements for filing applications and associated fees.
What it means for employees
Employees should carefully follow the Fair Work Commission’s procedures when lodging applications. Failure to do so, including not paying the application fee or lodging the application incorrectly, 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 →