Fair Work Ombudsman
Citation: FWO-2025-10-27-gold-tiger-litgation-media-release
At a glance
- Penalty
- $32,000
- Employees affected
- 1
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Gold Tiger Logistics Qld Pty Ltd, a Brisbane-based transport and logistics company. The company allegedly failed to pay $32,000 in compensation to a former employee who was unfairly dismissed in September 2023. The Fair Work Commission initially found the dismissal unfair and ordered the payment in April 2024. The company appealed but was unsuccessful. Despite attempts to secure voluntary compliance, the compensation remains unpaid.
What was decided
The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking Gold Tiger Logistics Qld Pty Ltd to court for breaching the Fair Work Act by failing to comply with the Fair Work Commission’s order to pay compensation. The company faces a potential penalty of up to $93,900. The Ombudsman is also seeking a court order for the outstanding compensation, plus interest. A directions hearing is scheduled for March 2026.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Fair Work Commission orders. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties and court-ordered payments, plus interest. The Fair Work Ombudsman will take legal action to enforce these orders.
What it means for employees
Employees who believe they have been unfairly dismissed or are owed compensation should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for assistance. Free advice and support are available through the Fair Work Infoline.
Every statement above is drawn from the published decision. Read the original here:
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/2025-media-releases/october-2025/20251027-gold-tiger-litgation-media-releaseWant more cases like this?
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