the Applicant v Drawstraws Pty. Ltd.
Citation: [2026] FWC 2234
What happened
the Applicant sought an extension of time to file a document with the Fair Work Commission. Drawstraws Pty. Ltd. was the respondent. The Fair Work Commission case number was C2026/2387.
What was decided
Deputy President Clancy dismissed the Applicant’s application for an extension of time. The Commission found the application was not sufficiently substantiated. As stated in the decision, “Application made under s.365 – extension of time – application dismissed.”
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure employees adhere to filing deadlines with the Fair Work Commission. Failure to do so can result in applications being rejected.
What it means for employees
Employees seeking extensions of time to file documents with the Fair Work Commission must provide sufficient reasons and evidence to support their request. Failure to do so may 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