FWO v Navaneeth Gogikar t/as United Petroleum Sunnybank Hills
Citation: FWO-LIT/2025-2026/navaneeth-gogikar-t-as-united-petroleum-sunnybank-hills/2025-08-14
At a glance
- Respondent
- Navaneeth Gogikar t/as United Petroleum Sunnybank Hills
- Penalty
- $15,984
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against the Respondent, trading as United Petroleum Sunnybank Hills. The proceedings concerned non-compliance with a compliance notice. The specific details of the non-compliance are not detailed in the provided text.
What was decided
The Federal Circuit and Family Court found the Respondent, trading as United Petroleum Sunnybank Hills, in breach. The court imposed a penalty of $15,984. The decision is documented in [2025] FedCFamC2G [citation not provided].
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with Fair Work Ombudsman compliance notices. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties. Employers should review their workplace practices to ensure they meet legal obligations.
What it means for employees
Employees should be aware of their rights and report any concerns about workplace non-compliance to the Fair Work Ombudsman.
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