the Applicant v Top Up Labour Hire Pty Ltd & Acciona Infrastructure Australia pty Ltd (105N-VICU) and Another
Citation: [2026] FWC 1762
What happened
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission. The matter involved Top Up Labour Hire Pty Ltd and Acciona Infrastructure Australia pty Ltd. The Commission considered whether to extend the time for lodging an application. The decision does not detail the nature of the original application.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed the application. the Commissioner did not grant an extension of time for lodging the application. The decision states, 'Application to deal with contraventions involving dismissal – whether to extend time for lodging the application – extension not granted – application dismissed.'
What it means for employers
Employers should be aware of strict time limits for lodging applications in the Fair Work Commission. Failure to adhere to these limits can result in applications being dismissed.
What it means for employees
Employees need to be mindful of the time limits for lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission. Seeking legal advice promptly is crucial to ensure compliance with these deadlines.
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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 →