the Applicant v Eventful Supports Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWC 1986
What happened
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy from Eventful Supports Pty Ltd. She filed her application four days beyond the standard time limit. The Fair Work Commission did not grant an extension of time for the application.
What was decided
Deputy President Clancy dismissed the Applicant’s application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission found that the application was filed out of time and an extension of time was not warranted. As such, the application was not considered further. "Application dismissed."
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure employees are aware of the strict time limits for lodging applications to the Fair Work Commission. Failure to meet these deadlines can result in applications being dismissed.
What it means for employees
Employees need to be aware of the time limits for lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission. If an extension of time is needed, it must be formally requested and justified.
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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 →