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FWCFair Work Commission · 2026

the Applicant v National Disability Support Provider Pty Ltd

Citation: [2026] FWC 1757

At a glance

Employees affected
2

What happened

the Applicant and the Second Respondent brought applications to the Fair Work Commission concerning their dismissal from National Disability Support Provider Pty Ltd. The reasons for dismissal included unauthorised payments, sale of company property, insubordination, and dishonesty. the Commissioner heard the applications.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission dismissed the applications for unfair dismissal. the Commissioner found the reasons for dismissal were not harsh, unjust, or unreasonable. The full decision is available as a PDF document.

What it means for employers

Employers can fairly dismiss employees for serious misconduct such as unauthorised payments, theft, insubordination, and dishonesty. It is important to have clear policies and procedures regarding financial transactions and company property.

What it means for employees

Employees should be aware that serious misconduct can lead to dismissal. It is important to follow company policies and act with integrity in the workplace.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2026fwc1757.pdf

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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 →

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