FWO v Stuart James Angel
Citation: FWO-LIT/2025-2026/stuart-james-angel/2026-03-13
At a glance
- Respondent
- Stuart James Angel
- Penalty
- $17,502
What happened
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced proceedings against the Applicant. The proceedings concerned non-compliance with a compliance notice and failure to provide payslips. The case was heard on 13 March 2026.
What was decided
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia found the Applicant in breach. The court ordered a penalty of $17,502. The decision is documented in Fair Work Ombudsman v Angel (No 2) [2026] FedCFamC2G 372.
What it means for employers
Employers must comply with compliance notices issued by the Fair Work Ombudsman. They also have a legal obligation to provide employees with payslips in the required format and timeframe. Failure to do so can result in significant penalties.
What it means for employees
Employees have the right to receive payslips. If an employee does not receive a payslip or believes their employer is not complying with workplace laws, they should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman.
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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 →