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FWCFair Work Commission · 1 January 2026

the Applicant v Arnolds Creek Primary School Council

Citation: [2026] FWC 889

What happened

the Applicant commenced employment with Arnolds Creek Primary School Council in 2021. The matter concerned an application to deal with contraventions involving his dismissal. The Fair Work Commission considered the circumstances surrounding his termination.

What was decided

The Fair Work Commission’s decision is not detailed in the provided text. It notes that the case concerned an application to deal with contraventions involving the Applicant’s dismissal. The document references several other Fair Work Commission decisions, including *Marie Vic Dawson v Centre for Digestive Diseases Pty Ltd* and *Doessel Group Pty Ltd v Ms Joanna Pascua*, but does not provide details of the reasoning or outcome in relation to the Applicant’s case.

What it means for employers

The provided text does not offer specific guidance for employers. It highlights a case concerning a dismissal, suggesting employers should ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation and processes when terminating employment.

What it means for employees

The provided text does not offer specific guidance for employees. It highlights a case concerning a dismissal, suggesting employees who believe their dismissal was unlawful should seek legal advice and consider applying to the Fair Work Commission.

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https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/decisionssigned/pdf/2026fwc889.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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