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FWOFair Work Ombudsman · 20 May 2026

FWO v The Applicant

Citation: FWO-LIT/2025-2026/amanda-hay-and-suzanne-miller-t-as-the-pantry-at-corrimal/2026-05-21

At a glance

Respondent
Amanda Hay and Suzanne Miller t/as The Pantry at Corrimal
Penalty
$8,250

What happened

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against the Applicant. This action concerned non-compliance with a compliance notice. Details of the specific breaches are not provided in this document.

What was decided

The Applicant were penalised $8,250 for failing to comply with a Fair Work Ombudsman compliance notice. The decision was made on 21 May 2026 and is documented as Fair Work Ombudsman v Hay [2026] FedCFamC2G 874.

What it means for employers

Employers must adhere to compliance notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties, demonstrating the importance of understanding and fulfilling legal obligations regarding workplace practices.

What it means for employees

Employees should be aware that the Fair Work Ombudsman enforces workplace laws and takes action against employers who fail to comply with these laws, including those related to compliance notices.

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https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/compliance-and-enforcement/litigation/2025-2026-litigation-outcomes

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