Application by Cross
Citation: [2026] FWC 1710
What happened
An applicant, referred to as Cross, sought an extension of time. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. The Deputy President, Dobson (formerly Moltoni), heard the case.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed the application for an extension of time. The decision states, "Application made under s 365 – extension of time – application dismissed". Deputy President Dobson (formerly Moltoni) delivered the decision.
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure they adhere to Fair Work Act timelines and procedures for applications. Failure to do so may result in applications being dismissed.
What it means for employees
Employees seeking extensions of time to lodge applications with the Fair Work Commission should be aware that these requests are not automatically granted and must meet specific criteria.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fwc.gov.au/document-view/decisions/application-by-cross-2026-fwc-1710Want more cases like this?
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