Construction Workplace Cases
Australian workplace decisions in the construction sector — underpayment, award compliance, dismissal, and Fair Work Ombudsman enforcement.
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the Applicant v Karimbla Constructions Services (NSW) Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCFB 127
the Applicant was dismissed by Karimbla Constructions Services (NSW) Pty Ltd on 11 August 2025. She promptly filed an unfair dismissal application the following day. That application was dismissed on 7 November 2025 due …
Application by Terra Verde DC Workforce Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1383
Terra Verde DC Workforce Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a greenfields enterprise agreement called the Terra Verde DC Workforce Pty Limited (Tunnelling) Greenfields Agreement 2026. The applica…
Application by Lph Painting Co Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 1879
LPH Painting Co Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its proposed single-enterprise agreement, the LPH Painting Company Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026. The application (AG2026/467) was heard by …
Application by Lph Painting Co Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1344
LPH Painting Co Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement covering its employees. The agreement, titled the LPH Painting Company Pty Ltd Enterprise Agreement 2026, was lodged und…
Application by Boral Resources (Wa) Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1384
Boral Resources (WA) Ltd applied under section 185 of the Fair Work Act 2009 to approve the Boral Concrete (Western Australia) Enterprise Agreement 2026, a single-enterprise agreement covering workers in the cement and c…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCA 1364
The CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) applied to the Fair Work Commission under section 185 of the Fair Work Act for approval of a single-enterprise agreement covering FTW Crane Hire Pty Ltd. The agreem…
Application by CFMEU - Construction and General Division, South Australia Divisional Branch (105N-SA1) for an Entry Permit for the Applicant
[2026] FWC 1928
The CFMEU, Construction and General Division, South Australia Divisional Branch, applied for an entry permit for the Applicant under section 512 of the Fair Work Act. The application related to a construction site. The D…
the Applicant v Tunnelling Solutions Pty Ltd & the Respondent and Another
[2026] FWC 1914
the Applicant brought a case against Tunnelling Solutions Pty Ltd and the Respondent. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the Applicant was dismissed. The case number was C2026/1366.
Fair Work Ombudsman v New Switch Electrical Pty Ltd (Extension of Time)
[2026] FCA 390
The Fair Work Ombudsman filed a notice of appeal in the Federal Court of Australia and then applied for orders relating to how that notice could be served on the respondent, New Switch Electrical Pty Ltd. Specifically, t…
Fair Work Ombudsman v Gill (Kwinana Bulk Jetty Case) (Penalty)
[2026] FCA 379
The Fair Work Ombudsman brought a penalty proceeding in the Federal Court of Australia against the Respondent following findings that the Respondent had contravened sections 343, 346 and 348 of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Ct…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-03-25-veens-group-cn-penalty-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against Veens Group Pty Ltd, a housing construction company in Harrington Park, Sydney, and its sole director, the Respondent. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance…
Fair Work Ombudsman v Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (Kwinana Bulk Jetty Case) (Costs)
[2026] FCA 126
The Fair Work Ombudsman brought proceedings against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and a second respondent under the Fair Work Act 2009 in relation to conduct at the Kwinana Bulk Jetty. T…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-02-10-cfmeu-woolloongabba-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has commenced legal action against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and two officials, Cody Budgeon and Dylan Howard. The case relates to an incident on Novemb…
Chambers v Broadway Homes Pty Ltd (No 2)
[2026] FCA 28
the Applicant brought a general protections claim against Broadway Homes Pty Ltd after her employment was terminated. She alleged she was dismissed because she exercised, or proposed to exercise, workplace rights, includ…
[2026] FWC 253
[2026] FWC 253
the Applicant was dismissed from Exclusive Contracting (WA) Pty Ltd on 25 July 2025, after making comments at a company meeting about Chinese workers in the construction industry. the Applicant, a Ceiling Fixer employed …
Application by Downer EDI Works Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1583
Downer EDI Works Pty Ltd, trading as Downer Traffic Management, sought to terminate the Downer Traffic Management Enterprise Agreement 2021. The Fair Work Commission considered the application. The agreement expired on N…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCA 1157
The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding an enterprise agreement between RM Aluminium Installations Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractors Cladding & Facade…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCA 1255
The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between TNT Concrete Saw Cut Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subc…
Application by Seymour Whyte Constructions Pty Ltd Trading AS Seymour Whyte
[2026] FWCA 1230
Seymour Whyte Constructions Pty Ltd, trading as Seymour Whyte, sought approval of its Civil Employee Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. The…
the Applicant v Sarbuild Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 2196
the Applicant commenced employment with Sarbuild Pty Ltd, a construction company, on 17 May 2023. He was dismissed on 17 May 2024. the Applicant brought an unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission heard the case.
the Applicant v Quantum Earth Works Pty Limited
[2026] FWC 2037
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission against Quantum Earth Works Pty Limited. The Commission considered an application for relief from an unfair dismissal. The application was brought under sec…
the Applicant v Regal Homes (Aust.) Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 1576
the Applicant commenced work with Regal Homes (Aust.) Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy, specifically addressing the high income threshold. the Commissioner and an…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCA 1477
The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between Kaizen Commercial Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) for sub…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCA 1542
The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the proposed BBC Painting Pty Ltd and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractors Painting & Decorating Enterprise Agreement 2024–20…
Application by Sgq Pty Ltd Trading AS Sgq
[2026] FWCA 1414
Sgq Pty Ltd, trading as Sgq, applied for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees in the building, metal and civil construction industries. the Commissioner heard the application. The agreement…
the Applicant v Red Jacket Access Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 101
the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission initiated a dismissal under section 587 because the Applicant’s case was discontinued for want of prosecution. This means the …
the Applicant v Building Rectification Services
[2026] FWC 102
the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Building Rectification Services. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. Deputy Preside…
the Applicant v Calm Tiling Contractors
[2026] FWC 413
the Applicant commenced employment with Calm Tiling Contractors, a tiling business, in 2025. He was dismissed from his position. the Applicant then brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dis…
the Applicant v Specialised Shutdown Support Pty Ltd & the Respondent and Another
[2026] FWC 1715
the Applicant commenced employment with Specialised Shutdown Support Pty Ltd. The company provides shutdown support services. The matter concerns an application to deal with contraventions involving a dismissal. The Fair…
Application by Whittens Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1197
Whittens Pty Ltd, a company in the building, metal and civil construction industries, sought approval of a new enterprise agreement. The agreement covers employees working at Snowy Hydro. The agreement is titled 'Whitten…
the Applicant v Your Style Building Services Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 193
the Applicant commenced an unfair dismissal claim against Your Style Building Services Pty Ltd. The applicant failed to attend two scheduled Fair Work Commission proceedings without providing an explanation. The employer…
Application by CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWC 2113
The CFMEU (105N) applied to the Fair Work Commission regarding a proposed protected action ballot for employees of Lendlease Construction (Southern) Pty Limited. The application concerned a ballot of employees. Deputy Pr…
the Applicant v The Trustee For The Benson Discretionary Trust Trading AS Ezi-Flo Roofing & Plumbing Services Pty Limited
[2026] FWC 1608
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The Trustee For The Benson Discretionary Trust Trading As Ezi-Flo Roofing & Plumbing Services Pty Limited was the respondent. The a…
The Australian Workers' Union (002N) v Cement Australia Pty Limited Trading AS Cement Australia & CFMEU (105N)
[2026] FWCFB 138
The Applicant appealed a Fair Work Commission Deputy President's decision. The Deputy President had considered whether the Applicant was a purported bargaining representative for employees of Cement Australia Pty Limited…
Application by Rix (Melbourne) Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1580
Rix (Melbourne) Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of an enterprise agreement. The agreement is between the company and the CFMEU (Victorian Construction and General Division) Subcontractors Piling.…
the Applicant v Coast Homes (WA) Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 126
the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Coast Homes (WA) Pty Ltd. The Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. Deputy President Easton was inv…
the Applicant v Chulo Enterprises Pty Ltd & Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 270
the Applicant commenced work with Chulo Enterprises Pty Ltd in 2023, working at a Heidelberg Materials site. He was dismissed in 2025. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismiss…
the Applicant v Solar Farm Constructions Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 2035
the Applicant commenced employment with Solar Farm Constructions Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for relief from an unfair dismissal. The Commission found the application had no reasonable pro…
the Applicant v Flexem Construction Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 432
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal. Flexem Construction Pty Ltd is the respondent. The Deputy President Easton dismissed the application because the applicatio…
the Applicant v Nu-Gen Frames & Trusses Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 1696
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy. Nu-Gen Frames & Trusses Pty Ltd is the respondent. The Commission considered whether to grant an extension of time for t…
the Applicant v Top Up Labour Hire Pty Ltd & Acciona Infrastructure Australia pty Ltd (105N-VICU) and Another
[2026] FWC 1762
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission. The matter involved Top Up Labour Hire Pty Ltd and Acciona Infrastructure Australia pty Ltd. The Commission considered whether to extend the time for lodgi…
Application by Bmd Constructions Pty Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1522
The Fair Work Commission considered an application regarding the approval of the BMD Constructions Pty Ltd Queensland and Northern Territory Enterprise Agreement 2026. The agreement covers employees in the building, meta…
the Applicant v KW Civil & Construction Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 2165
the Applicant brought an unfair dismissal claim against KW Civil & Construction Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission has not provided specific details about the events leading to the dismissal. The decision notes the case w…
the Applicant v Bega Concrete Tanks Pty Limited
[2026] FWC 123
the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission initiated dismissal under section 587, due to the Applicant's failure to prosecute his case. Deputy President Easton made the …
Application by CFMEU - Construction and General Division, Western Australia Divisional Branch (105N-WA1) for an Entry Permit for the Applicant
[2026] FWC 1683
The CFMEU Construction and General Division, Western Australia Divisional Branch, applied for an entry permit for the Applicant. The Fair Work Commission was asked to consider this application. The decision references pr…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-12-23-cfmeu-ironside-penalty-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and four of its officials—the Applicant, the Second Respondent, a co-worker, and a colleague—have been penalised for unlawful conduct at construction sites …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-12-22-clark-projects-cn-penalty-media-release
Clark Projects Pty Ltd, a Western Sydney construction company, has been penalised $25,000 by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed their failure to comply with a Fair Work Ombudsman Compliance Notice. The n…
FWO v Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (Ironside Case)
FWO-LIT/2025-2026/construction-forestry-and-maritime-employees-union-ironside-case/2025-12-19
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced proceedings against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) concerning a failure to comply with a reasonable occupational health and safety (OHS) requiremen…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-12-10-pether-and-rattana-penalty-media-release
the Applicant, a sole trader operating FTP Construction, and his father have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a Fair Work Ombudsman investigation into underpayment and pay slip breach…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-12-01-oloughlin-cn-penalty-media-release
Daniel Paul O’Loughlin, the former operator of Torco Constructions in Melbourne, has been penalised $6,000 by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed his failure to comply with a Compliance Notice issued by t…
[2025] FWCA 2640
[2025] FWCA 2640
Hawthorne Civil Pty Ltd sought approval for a Greenfields agreement, the GOLD COAST LIGHT RAIL STAGE 3 PROJECT AGREEMENT, with the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU). The Australian Workers Union…
FWO v Marsdon Pether t/as FTP Construction and Nat Rattana
FWO-LIT/2025-2026/marsdon-pether-t-as-ftp-construction-and-nat-rattana/2025-11-21
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against Marsdon Pether t/as FTP Construction and Nat Rattana. The nature of the proceedings involved non-compliance with a compliance notice. The decision was made on No…
FWO v Daniel Paul O’Loughlin t/as Torco Construction
FWO-LIT/2025-2026/daniel-paul-o-loughlin-t-as-torco-construction/2025-11-18
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against the Respondent, trading as Torco Construction. The proceedings concerned non-compliance with a compliance notice. The decision was made on 17 November 2025.
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-10-02-lroc-builders-pty-ltd-and-oliver-cn-penalty-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against LROC Builders Pty Ltd and its director, the Respondent, for failing to comply with Compliance Notices. Four carpenters were impacted, employed between December 2018 and A…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-09-24-cmfeu-marda-dandhi-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and two officials, the Applicant and the Second Respondent. The case relates to alleged unlawful …
FWO v LROC Builders Pty Ltd and Lachlan Robert Olive
FWO-LIT/2025-2026/lroc-builders-and-lachlan-robert-olive/2025-09-15
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against LROC Builders Pty Ltd and Lachlan Robert Olive. The details of the non-compliance are not specified in the provided text.
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-09-02-aaa-aussie-emergency-glass-and-boehm-penalty-media-release
AAA Aussie Emergency Glass Pty Ltd, operating in Beenleigh, Queensland, and its director Michael Ronald Boehm, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This follows a Fair Work Ombudsman investigation…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-07-17-kassiou-construction-penalty-media-release
Kassiou Constructions Pty Ltd, a residential building and construction company based in Winnellie, Darwin, and its director, Ilias Kassiou, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a Fai…
[2025] FWC 1486
[2025] FWC 1486
The Construction, Forestry, and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) sought a right of entry permit for its official, the Applicant. The Applicant was convicted in 2014 of armed robbery while struggling with drug addiction. …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-06-20-h-teq-penalties-media-release
H-TEQ Pty Ltd, formerly operating as ‘Hydro Construction Products’ in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, failed to comply with a Fair Work Ombudsman Compliance Notice. The Compliance Notice related to unpaid accr…
[2025] FWC 1177
[2025] FWC 1177
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) applied for entry permits for Joshua Thompson and Dylan Howard, who are employed as an organiser and Civil and Regional Construction Co-Ordinator respective…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-05-15-patton-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent, the operator of 'Dirty Bits Decorative Concrete Coatings' in New South Wales. An investigation began after a worker requested assistance. It was …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-05-12-veens-ligitation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Veens Group Pty Ltd, a housing construction company based in Harrington Park, Sydney, and its sole director, the Respondent. A Fair Work Inspector issued a Compl…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-03-17-ips-holdings-nsw-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against IPS Holdings NSW Pty Ltd, a building and construction company based in Wollongong, and its sole director, the Respondent. The investigation began after a worker,…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-02-28-o-loughlin-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has taken legal action against the Respondent, the former operator of Torco Constructions in Melbourne. A young construction worker, aged 21, was employed by the Respondent from June to October 20…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-02-19-setka-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and its former Victorian Secretary, the Respondent. The legal action alleges the Respondent attem…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-02-13-kam-the-handyman-and-landscapes-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Kam the Handyman and Landscapes Pty Ltd, trading as Kams Home Transformations, and its sole director, the Respondent. This followed a request for assistance from…
[2025] FWCFB 2
[2025] FWCFB 2
the Applicant alleged his employer, Civmec Construction & Engineering Pty Ltd (Civmec), contravened general protections laws after he reported a safety breach, leading to his resignation. Civmec argued it wasn’t the Appl…
the Applicant v Infrabuild Trading Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 813
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning contraventions involving a dismissal. Infrabuild Trading Pty Ltd was the respondent. The Commission considered whether the Applicant was dismiss…
the Applicant v C21PA Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3372
the Applicant commenced employment with C21PA Pty Ltd. The company operates in the construction industry. the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commissio…
the Applicant v SMR Designs Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3393
the Applicant commenced employment with SMR Designs Pty Ltd. The company is in the construction industry. the Applicant applied for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission has not provided details of the eve…
the Applicant v Doessel Group Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 1833
the Applicant commenced employment with Doessel Group Pty Ltd in 2021. The company operates in the construction industry. the Applicant was dismissed in 2024. She applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismiss…
the Applicant v International Stone Pty Ltd Trading AS CMG Stone (Contemporary Marble and Granite)
[2025] FWC 3797
the Applicant commenced employment with International Stone Pty Ltd, trading as CMG Stone, in 2023. The company is involved in the supply and installation of marble and granite. the Applicant’s role involved sales and pr…
the Applicant v M.J. Harris Group Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 2442
the Applicant commenced employment with M.J. Harris Group Pty Ltd. The company is in the construction industry. the Applicant resigned from his position. The Fair Work Commission found that he was effectively dismissed b…
the Applicant v Campbell Construction Co Pty Ltd & Campbell Webb Cabinetry Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3798
the Applicant commenced employment with Campbell Construction Co Pty Ltd and Campbell Webb Cabinetry Pty Ltd. He brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The Commission found that the Ap…
the Applicant v Sia Construct Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 1730
the Applicant commenced employment with Sia Construct Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision references previous cases, including *Ryman, Jeremy v Thrash …
the Applicant v Sunset Metal Roofing Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3381
the Applicant commenced employment with Sunset Metal Roofing Pty Ltd. The company is a metal roofing supplier. the Applicant was dismissed from his position. He then applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dism…
the Applicant v Plumb Now Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 1679
the Applicant commenced employment with Plumb Now Pty Ltd. He subsequently filed for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had merit. The decision was made by Deputy Pres…
the Applicant v Civil Labour Hire Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 1793
the Applicant commenced an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Civil Labour Hire Pty Ltd. The Commission initiated the application under section 587(1)(c) of the Fair Work Act. The Commission found the app…
the Applicant v P. & C. EXCAVATIONS PTY. LTD.
[2025] FWC 3839
the Applicant brought an unfair dismissal claim against P. & C. Excavations Pty Ltd. The company is an excavation business. the Applicant was allegedly dismissed from his employment. The Fair Work Commission considered w…
the Applicant v Parray Civil & Rehabilitation Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 2429
the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Parray Civil & Rehabilitation Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission has not provided details about the events leading to the dismissal or the nature…
the Applicant v Action Workforce Pty Limited
[2025] FWC 2766
the Applicant commenced employment with Action Workforce Pty Limited, a labour hire company, in 2021. He worked at a construction site for a host employer. the Applicant brought an application to deal with contraventions…
the Applicant v Laing O'Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3392
the Applicant commenced employment with Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd. The Deputy President considered an application relating to contraventions involving a dismissal. The case number was C2025/7168.
the Applicant v P M R Profilio Metal Roofing Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3919
the Applicant commenced employment with P M R Profilio Metal Roofing Pty Ltd. He brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy. The company is a metal roofing business. The Commiss…
the Applicant v Get Glossed Painters and Decorators Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3476
the Applicant commenced employment with Get Glossed Painters and Decorators Pty Ltd. The company is a painting business. the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy to the Fair Work Commission. Th…
the Applicant v Albatross Projects Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 1712
the Applicant commenced employment with Albatross Projects Pty Ltd in 2023. He was dismissed from his role as a labourer in June 2025. the Applicant argued his dismissal was unfair. The Fair Work Commission heard evidenc…
the Applicant v Jet Excavators and Trucks Pty Ltd The Trustee for The M & J Jennings Family Trust
[2025] FWC 2430
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy. The application was lodged more than 55 days after his dismissal, which is outside the standard time limit. the Applicant w…
the Applicant v Construction Works Qld Pty Limited
[2025] FWC 1773
the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal. The matter involved Construction Works Qld Pty Limited. A binding settlement agreement was reached, leading to the dismissal…
the Applicant v MNI Electrospark All Trades Services Pty Limited & Downer Edi Limited
[2025] FWC 3786
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission. He sought to deal with a general protections dismissal dispute. The Commission considered whether to allow an extension of time for his application. MNI E…
the Applicant v SVG Structures WA Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3557
the Applicant commenced employment with SVG Structures WA Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission received an application related to this employment. The application concerned a request for an extension of time. the Commission…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-10-30-gilling-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has taken legal action against the Respondent, the sole trader of Benaya Building Group in Melbourne. A young apprentice carpenter, aged 16 to 17, worked for the Respondent between January 2021 an…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-10-24-cfmeu-the-esplanade-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and its official, the Second Respondent. The allegations relate to conduct at the ‘Nine The Espla…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-10-21-cfmeu-dutton-park-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and two officials, Andrew Blakeley and Dean Mattas, faced legal action from the Australian Building and Construction Commissioner (ABCC), later transferred …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-10-10-pether-and-rattana-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent and his father. This action follows a request for assistance from two apprentice carpenters who worked for the Respondent between May 2018 and Dec…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-09-02-kassiou-constructions-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Kassiou Constructions Pty Ltd, a Darwin-based residential building and construction company, and its director, the Respondent. The action follows a request for a…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-09-02-clark-projects-litigation-media-release
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Clark Projects Pty Ltd, a Western Sydney construction business based in Earlwood. The company builds demountable and portable buildings. The investigation began …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-07-09-cfmeu-yatala-prison-penalty-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and three officials, the Applicant, Travis Brook, and Desmond Savage, have been penalised for unlawful conduct at a construction site in Adelaide. The site …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-06-24-cfmeu-mordialloc1-penalty-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and three officials, the Applicant, Gerald McCrudden, and James Harris, have been penalised for unlawful conduct at a construction site for the Mordialloc F…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-05-10-cfmeu-cross-river-rail-penalty-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and its official, the Applicant, were taken to court by the Australian Building and Construction Commissioner (ABCC) in 2022. The case involved unlawful con…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-05-06-cfmeu-north-east-link-penalty-media-release
The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) and an official, the Applicant, have been penalised for unlawful conduct at a construction site on the North East Link Project in Melbourne. The Australian …