the Applicant v TLH National Pty Ltd Trading AS TLH Recruitment
Citation: [2026] FWC 96
What happened
the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from TLH National Pty Ltd, trading as TLH Recruitment. The Fair Work Commission considered whether her application was made in accordance with the Fair Work Act. The application was related to a dispute concerning fees and compliance with the Act.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission dismissed the Applicant’s application. Deputy President Easton found the application was not made in accordance with the Act, specifically regarding the payment or waiver of the application fee. The Commission stated, 'application not made in accordance with the Act - application dismissed.'
What it means for employers
Employers should ensure employees follow the correct procedures and pay applicable fees when lodging applications with the Fair Work Commission. Failure to do so can result in applications being dismissed.
What it means for employees
Employees must adhere to the requirements of the Fair Work Act when making applications, including paying the required fees or having them waived. Failure to do so may lead to 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 →