the Applicant v R&L Services Victoria Pty Ltd
Citation: [2026] FWC 451
What happened
the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from R&L Services Victoria Pty Ltd. The application concerned an expiry of a fixed term contract. the Deputy President heard the case. the Applicant sought an extension of time to bring the application.
What was decided
the Deputy President dismissed the application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision states that the reasons for the delay were not sufficient to warrant an extension of time. the Deputy President refused to extend the time for the application.
What it means for employers
Employers should be aware of time limits for applications to the Fair Work Commission. Reasons for delay in lodging an application must be substantial to warrant an extension of time.
What it means for employees
Employees need to be mindful of time limits when lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission. Any delay in lodging an application should be explained with sufficient reasoning.
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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 →