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Retail Workplace Cases

Australian workplace decisions in the retail sector — underpayment, award compliance, dismissal, and Fair Work Ombudsman enforcement.

100 retail sector cases on file. Ask the AI advisor about your situation — Plus, Pro, and Business members get answers grounded in these decisions.

FCA26 June 2026

Johnson v H&M Hennes & Mauritz Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 834

the Applicant commenced proceedings against H&M Hennes & Mauritz Pty Ltd (H&M) in February 2026, alleging general protections under the Fair Work Act. Shortly after, H&M filed an interlocutory application seeking suppres

FWC28 May 2026

the Applicant v Priceline Knox

[2026] FWC 1949

the Applicant commenced employment with Priceline Knox. The matter concerns a dispute related to a contract of employment and entitlements under the National Employment Standards (NES) or a safety net contractual entitle

FWC28 May 2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 1980

The Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission. The application concerned a dismissal and related to previous applications concerning the same dismissal. Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd was the respo

FWC28 May 2026

the Applicant v ALDI Foods Pty Ltd as General Partner of ALDI Stores (A Limited Partnership)

[2026] FWC 1987

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against ALDI Foods Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether ALDI had a valid reason for dismissing the Applicant and whether the dismissal w

FWC28 May 2026

Application by Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association (006N)

[2026] FWC 1422

The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association (SDA) applied to the Fair Work Commission regarding a regulated labour hire arrangement order. This application concerned Drake Australia Pty Ltd, trading as Drake

FWC28 May 2026

the Applicant v Best & Less Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1963

the Applicant commenced employment with Best & Less Pty Limited. The Fair Work Commission considered an application to deal with contraventions involving her dismissal. Deputy President Beaumont heard the case. The docum

FWC27 May 2026

Aldi Foods Pty Limited As General Partner Of Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership) Trading AS Aldi Stores v Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association (006N) & United Workers' Union (108V) and Others

[2026] FWCFB 134

Aldi Foods Pty Limited appealed decisions made by a Fair Work Commissioner regarding multiple matters (AG2024/4407, AG2025/972, and AG2025/111). The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association and the United Work

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Myer Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1927

the Applicant sought to file an application with the Fair Work Commission. The application was lodged eight days beyond the time limit. Myer Pty Ltd did not oppose the application but requested that the time limit be ext

FCA27 Feb 2026$55,000

Ioakimidis v Lygon Court Travel Pty Ltd (No 2)

[2026] FCA 176

The Applicant brought a case in the Federal Court of Australia against Lygon Court Travel Pty Ltd and two associated individual respondents. The case concerned alleged breaches of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), specifical

FWO5 Feb 2026$112,985

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-06-taylors-business-yarraville-business-and-snnb-enterprises-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against SNNB Enterprises Pty Ltd, Taylors Business Pty Ltd, and Yarraville Business Pty Ltd, which previously operated Cash Converters stores in Epping, Delahey, and Yarraville.

FCA4 Feb 2026

Fair Work Ombudsman v Super Retail Group Limited (Listing of trial)

[2026] FCA 54

The Fair Work Ombudsman has brought proceedings against Super Retail Group Limited in the Federal Court of Australia. This decision concerns a procedural step only: listing the matter for its final hearing. The court con

FWC30 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 2

[2026] FWC 2

ALDI Foods Pty Ltd sought approval for three enterprise agreements: the ALDI Stapylton Agreement 2025, ALDI Prestons Agreement 2024, and ALDI Jandakot Agreement 2025. Previously, the Fair Work Commission found these agre

FWC2026

the Applicant v Woolworths Group Limited

[2026] FWC 1655

the Applicant brought an application under section 365 of the Fair Work Act. The Fair Work Commission document indicates this application was dismissed. Deputy President Colman and a Deputy President heard the case. The

FWC2026

the Applicant v Bunnings Group Limited

[2026] FWC 302

the Applicant sought an extension of time to deal with contraventions involving a dismissal. The Fair Work Commission considered her application. the Commissioner and Deputy President Clancy heard the case. The case numb

FWC2026

Application by Heinemann Oceania Pty Ltd Trading AS Heinemann Oceania

[2026] FWCA 1274

Heinemann Oceania Pty Ltd, trading as Heinemann Oceania, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its enterprise agreement, the HEINEMANN OCEANIA PTY LTD ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2026. The agreement covers employe

FWC2026

the Applicant v Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership)

[2026] FWC 1734

the Applicant commenced employment with Aldi Stores in 2022. He was dismissed from his position in May 2026. the Applicant brought an unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission considered the circumstances of his d

FWC2026

Application by Aldi Foods Pty Limited As General Partner Of Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership) Trading AS Aldi Stores

[2026] FWCA 3

Aldi Foods Pty Limited, trading as Aldi Stores, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the ALDI Stapylton Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the retail industry. The Deputy Presiden

FWC2026

the Applicant v Endeavour Group Limited T/A BWS

[2026] FWC 66

the Applicant commenced employment with Endeavour Group Limited, trading as BWS, in 2023. He was dismissed from his position. the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission to have the dismissal dealt with. The Commis

FWC2026

the Applicant v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 84

the Applicant, an employee of Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd, filed an application for unfair dismissal. The application was lodged outside the standard time limit. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the c

FWC2026

the Applicant v Harli and Harpa Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 190

the Applicant commenced employment with Harli and Harpa Pty Ltd. The company is in the retail sector. The Fair Work Commission heard an application concerning contraventions involving her dismissal. the Deputy President

FWC2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 1611

The Fair Work Commission received an application from the Applicant. The application concerns a sexual harassment dispute. The case number is SH2026/24. The industry involved is retail. The Commission’s decision addresse

FWC2026

the Applicant v Panda Mart Trading Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2274

the Applicant commenced employment with Panda Mart Trading Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission considered whether the dismissal was harsh, unjust, or unre

FWC2026

the Applicant v Bunnings Group Limited

[2026] FWC 1996

the Applicant commenced employment with Bunnings Group Limited. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. Deputy President Beaumont heard the case. The document indicates this is

FWC2026

Application by Aldi Foods Pty Limited As General Partner Of Aldi Stores (A Limited Partnership) Trading AS Aldi Stores

[2026] FWCA 2

Aldi Foods Pty Limited, trading as Aldi Stores, applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of the ALDI Jandakot Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees in the retail industry. The Deputy President considered

FWC2026

the Applicant v Richemont Australia Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 291

the Applicant brought an application for relief from unfair dismissal. He was employed by Richemont Australia Pty Limited. The application concerned an incorrect recording of his working hours, which led to his dismissal

FWC2026

the Applicant v Outdoor Supacentre Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2190

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission to deal with contraventions involving his dismissal. Outdoor Supacentre Pty Ltd was the respondent. The Commissioner needed to determine if there was a valid reason to ex

FWC2026

the Applicant v Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 118

the Applicant commenced employment with Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission received an application concerning contraventions involving his dismissal. The case citation is [2026] FWC 118.

FWC2026

the Applicant v Woolworths (Victoria) Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1964

The Applicant commenced employment with Woolworths (Victoria) Pty Limited. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision was made by Deputy President O’Neill.

FWC2026

Application by Haigh's Chocolates Trading AS Haigh Retail Pty Ltd Atf Haigh Retail Trust

[2026] FWCA 1187

Haigh's Chocolates Trading AS Haigh Retail Pty Ltd Atf Haigh Retail Trust applied to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the 'Haigh's Chocolates Retail Enterprise Agreement 2026'. T

FWC2026

the Applicant v Coles Group Limited

[2026] FWC 425

the Applicant, an employee of Coles Group Limited, brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy to the Fair Work Commission. The specifics of the dismissal and the reasons behind it are not detailed in the provi

FWC2026

the Applicant v Bunnings Group Limited (Bunnings Warehouse)

[2026] FWC 351

the Applicant commenced employment with Bunnings Group Limited in 2025. He was dismissed from his position. the Applicant then brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy. The De

FWC2026

the Applicant v COSTCO Wholesale Australia, Pty. Ltd.

[2026] FWC 2220

the Applicant commenced employment with Costco Wholesale Australia Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application to deal with contraventions involving his dismissal. the Commissioner heard the case. The doc

FWC2026

the Applicant v Woolworths Group Limited

[2026] FWC 1962

the Applicant commenced employment with Woolworths Group Limited. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision was made by the Commissioner and a Deputy President. The c

FWC2026

Application by Cash Converters (Stores) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1724

Cash Converters (Stores) Pty Ltd applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of a new enterprise agreement, the Cash Converters National Enterprise Agreement 2026. The Commissioner considered the application and rel

FWO20 Nov 2025$450,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-11-21-phillip-island-souvenirs-penalty-media-release

Phillip Island Souvenirs Pty Ltd, operating 'U-Neek Souvenirs & Motorsport' in Cowes, Victoria, underpaid three retail assistants a total of $40,000 between October 2018 and December 2020. The company's sole director and

FWO18 Nov 2025$450,000

FWO v Phillip Island Souvenirs Pty Ltd t/as U-Neek Souvenirs and Bruce Wisbey

FWO-LIT/2025-2026/phillip-island-souvenirs-t-as-u-neek-souvenirs-and-bruce-wisbey/2025-11-18

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) commenced litigation against Phillip Island Souvenirs Pty Ltd, trading as U-Neek Souvenirs, and the Respondent. The proceedings related to non-compliance with a compliance notice. The specif

FWO22 Oct 2025$9,271

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-10-23-patel-up-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Satarupa Patel, a former commission agent for a United Petroleum outlet in Hallam, Melbourne. Patel is accused of underpaying an employee, an Indian national on

FWO8 Sept 2025$38,500

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-09-09-sai-penalty-media-release

Sai Enterprises Pty Ltd, formerly operating a United Petroleum outlet in Queenstown, Adelaide, and its former manager, Raman Monga, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. The Fair Work Ombudsman inv

FWC30 Aug 2025

[2025] FWC 2292

[2025] FWC 2292

the Applicant, a Sales Representative, was dismissed by Sydney Tools Pty Ltd after nine weeks of employment. He filed an application under the Fair Work Act alleging unfair dismissal. The application was lodged outside t

FWO14 Aug 2025$15,984

FWO v Navaneeth Gogikar t/as United Petroleum Sunnybank Hills

FWO-LIT/2025-2026/navaneeth-gogikar-t-as-united-petroleum-sunnybank-hills/2025-08-14

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-c

FWO4 Aug 2025$22,536

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-08-05-sempha-solutions-pty-ltd-and-herman-cn-penalty-media-release

Sempha Solutions Pty Ltd, which operates the La La Land adult retail store in Brunswick, Melbourne, and its sole director, Simon Paul Herman, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a f

FWO10 July 2025$5,422

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-07-11-oleary-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent, the former operator of Treasure Island Auctions in Rathmines, New South Wales. An investigation began after a request for assistance from a part-

FWO9 July 2025$2,337

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-07-10-karnati-and-baddam-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Applicant, a former commission agent of a United Petroleum outlet in Truganina, Victoria, and the Respondent, the former manager of the outlet. They are accu

FWC29 June 2025

[2025] FWC 1529

[2025] FWC 1529

the Applicant was dismissed from her position at Woolworths Group Limited on March 5, 2025, following a period of absence related to a worker's compensation claim. She initially filed an unfair dismissal application with

FWO3 June 2025$16,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-06-04-cash-converters-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Yarraville Business Pty Ltd, Taylors Business Pty Ltd, and SNNB Enterprises Pty Ltd, former operators of Cash Converter stores in Epping, Taylors Lake, and Yarra

FWO16 Apr 2025$1,878

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-04-17-record-keeping-blitz-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman conducted surprise inspections of approximately 50 businesses across six cities: Hobart, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Cairns. These businesses, including mobile phone repair shops, disc

FWC30 Mar 2025

[2025] FWC 701

[2025] FWC 701

the Applicant sought to file an unfair dismissal claim against Total Tools Fyshwick Pty Ltd. He sent an email to the Fair Work Commission on October 22, 2024, intending to lodge his application. However, the email lacked

FWO16 Feb 2025$179,221

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-02-17-klm-gupta-penalty-media-release

the Applicant and Loveleen Gupta were penalized for underpaying four migrant workers at two United Petroleum-branded outlets in Sandy Bay and Kingston, Tasmania, between December 2020 and February 2021. The workers, incl

FWO6 Jan 2025$51,604

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2025-01-07-10-foster-street-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman secured court orders against 10 Foster Street Pty Ltd, a Sydney-based wedding dress design and retail company. The company failed to comply with a Compliance Notice regarding unpaid entitlements t

FWC2025

the Applicant v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3551

the Applicant sought an extension of time to file an application under s 394 of the Fair Work Act. He was previously employed by Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd. The Deputy President considered the application.

FWC2025

the Applicant v Endeavour Group Limited

[2025] FWC 3931

the Applicant sought to have an application dealt with under section 365 of the Fair Work Act. This section allows the Fair Work Commission to extend time limits for filing applications. The specifics of the original app

FWC2025

the Applicant v Kmart Australia Limited

[2025] FWC 3707

the Applicant commenced employment with Kmart Australia Limited. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision was published on 4 December 2025.

FWC2025

the Applicant v Kmart Australia Limited

[2025] FWC 3848

The Applicant commenced employment with Kmart Australia Limited. She was dismissed from her position. The Applicant then brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commissi

FWC2025

the Applicant v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 1825

the Applicant commenced employment with Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for relief from an unfair dismissal. the Applicant was absent from work for a prolonged period.

FWC2025

Application by Metcash Trading Limited Trading AS Independent Hardware Group

[2025] FWC 2122

Metcash Trading Limited, trading as Independent Hardware Group, applied to the Fair Work Commission to vary redundancy pay. The application relates to a decision made under s.120 of the Fair Work Act. The Commissioner wa

FWC2025

the Applicant v The Reject Shop Limited

[2025] FWC 3656

the Applicant commenced employment with The Reject Shop Limited. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission found the application had no reasonable prospects of succ

FWC2025

the Applicant v Viva Energy Retail Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2846

the Applicant commenced employment with Viva Energy Retail Pty Ltd in 2023. He was dismissed from his position. the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission considered

FWC2025

the Applicant v Lovisa Pty Limited

[2025] FWC 3441

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The application was filed out of time. the Applicant argued that a representative error led to the late filing, and she sought an ex

FWC2025

the Applicant v H's On Course Golf Shop

[2025] FWC 1837

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission under section 365 of the Fair Work Act. He sought to deal with contraventions involving a dismissal. The Fair Work Commission heard that the Applicant was

FWC2025

the Applicant v Swarovski Australia Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2589

the Applicant, an employee of Swarovski Australia Pty Ltd, sought a remedy for unfair dismissal. The Fair Work Commission was asked to consider the circumstances of her dismissal. the Commissioner heard the case.

FWC2025

the Applicant v Krispy Kreme Australia Pty Limited

[2025] FWC 3447

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal from Krispy Kreme Australia Pty Limited. The case was identified as U2025/13245.

FWC2025

the Applicant v Five Star Outdoors Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 1782

the Applicant commenced employment with Five Star Outdoors Pty Ltd, a retailer of outdoor equipment, in 2023. He was dismissed from his position in May 2025. the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal r

FWC2025

the Applicant v Zhi Zhi Retail Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2138

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy. Zhi Zhi Retail Pty Ltd is the respondent. The Commission considered whether the Applicant’s application was lodged out of time and whether

FWC2025

the Applicant v the Respondent (Restaurant Manager), McDonald's

[2025] FWC 1912

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy from McDonald’s. The Respondent was the restaurant manager. The Commission initiated the dismissal under section 587(1)(c

FWC2025

the Applicant v Bob Jane Corporation Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 1704

the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from Bob Jane Corporation Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission, Deputy President Easton, considered whether the application was made in accordance with the Fair Work Act. The

FWC2025

the Applicant v Ralph Lauren Australia Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 2444

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking to have the Commission deal with a dismissal dispute. Ralph Lauren Australia Pty Ltd was the respondent. The application was filed 276 days out of t

FWC2025

the Applicant v Salon & Barber Supply Co. Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3894

the Applicant commenced an unfair dismissal claim against Salon & Barber Supply Co. Pty Ltd. The company objected to the application's jurisdiction, arguing the Respondent’s redundancy was genuine. The Fair Work Commissi

FWC2025

the Applicant v Coles Camden

[2025] FWC 3606

the Applicant commenced working for Coles Camden. She applied for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Fair Work Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success.

FWC2025

the Applicant v Designer Life (Queensland) Pty Ltd As Trustee For The Designer Life (Queensland) Trust

[2025] FWC 1897

the Applicant commenced employment with Designer Life (Queensland) Pty Ltd, a direct sales company. She brought a claim to the Fair Work Commission alleging unfair dismissal. The company argued that the Applicant resigne

FWC2025

the Applicant v Sunlit Asian Supermarket Brisbane CBD Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 3717

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning an unfair dismissal. The Commission did not provide details about the circumstances of her dismissal from Sunlit Asian Supermarket Brisbane CBD

FWC2025

the Applicant v QIC LIMITED

[2025] FWC 3938

the Applicant was employed by QIC Limited under a fixed-term contract. The contract ended when the term expired. the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission, arguing his contract’s expiry constituted a dismissal. T

FWC2025

the Applicant v Fantastic Furniture Pty Limited & Mrs Jodie Buli

[2025] FWC 1734

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking to have a contravention of the Fair Work Act dealt with. He was previously dismissed from his employment with Fantastic Furniture Pty Limited. The a

FWC2025

the Applicant v Oscar Wylee Pty Ltd

[2025] FWC 873

the Applicant commenced employment with Oscar Wylee Pty Ltd. He subsequently filed an application with the Fair Work Commission. The Fair Work Commission document details a jurisdictional objection raised regarding the t

FWO22 Dec 2024$5,000,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-12-23-blue-sky-kids-land-penalty-media-release

Blue Sky Kids Land Pty Ltd, a children’s clothing retailer operating in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, and its directors the Applicant and the Second Respondent, have been penalised for exploiting

FWO19 Nov 2024$40,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-11-20-phillip-island-souvenirs-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Phillip Island Souvenirs Pty Ltd, which operates 'U-Neek Souvenirs & Motorsport' in Cowes, Victoria. The company's sole director and owner, the Respondent, is al

FWO16 Oct 2024$12,600

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-10-17-gogikar-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent, the former operator of a United Petroleum outlet in Sunnybank Hills, Brisbane. This action follows an investigation that began in 2020. It is all

FWO22 Sept 2024$11,990

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-09-23-double-hao-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated 'The Springs Milkbar' in Clifton Springs, Victoria, and its parent company, Double Hao International Pty Ltd, following a request for assistance from a retail worker. The worker was e

FWO28 Aug 2024$7,992

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-08-29-nilkanth-penalty-media-release

Nilkanth Enterprise Pty Ltd, trading as 'Strawberry Point' in Forest Hill, Melbourne, and its sole director, Ashvinkumar Mavjibhai Chavan, failed to comply with a Fair Work Ombudsman Compliance Notice. The company employ

FWO11 Aug 2024$21,604

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-08-12-10-foster-street-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against 10 Foster Street Pty Ltd, which operates a wedding dress design studio in Leichardt, Sydney. The action follows requests for assistance from four workers employe

FWO30 July 2024$46,950

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-07-31-sempha-solutions-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Sempha Solutions Pty Ltd, which operates La La Land in Brunswick, and its sole director, the Respondent. The action follows a request for assistance from the App

FWO9 July 2024$4,374

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-07-10-baby-and-kids-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Baby & Kids Pty Ltd, a Melbourne retailer of baby and children’s products, and its sole director, the Respondent. The company operates a store in Dandenong and p

FWO6 June 2024$86,674

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-06-07-winton-jacob-penalty-media-release

Winton Jacob International Pty Ltd, trading as 'C de C Shoes' with stores in Sydney, failed to back-pay a retail worker and issue pay slips. The company and its sole director, Winton Guo, received a request for assistanc

FWO4 June 2024$1,440,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-06-05-85-degrees-franchisor-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman took legal action against 85 Degrees Coffee Australia Pty Ltd, the franchisor of the '85 Degrees' brand in Australia. The case involved nine workers employed at eight franchisee-operated outlets i

FWO8 Apr 2024$2,300,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-04-09-on-the-run-eu-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated On the Run Pty Ltd (OTR), a service station and convenience store operator with locations in South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia, following employee queries. An investiga

FWO11 Feb 2024$37,485

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-02-12-easy-vaping-penalty-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman secured penalties against The Easy Vaping Company Pty Ltd and its husband-and-wife operators, Kate Dillon Chan and Edward Chan. They exploited a Chinese worker sponsored on a 457 visa between 2017

FWO8 Feb 2024$7,800,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-02-09-optus-retail-eu-media-release

Optus Retailco Pty Limited, a subsidiary of Singtel Optus that operates Optus retail stores across Australia, back-paid more than $7.8 million including interest and superannuation to underpaid employees and signed an En

FWO9 Jan 2024$20,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2024-01-10-klm-vizaan-and-sai-litigations-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has commenced legal action against three companies and two individuals related to alleged underpayments of workers at United Petroleum outlets in Tasmania and South Australia. In Tasmania, K

FWC2024

Application by the Applicant

[2024] FWC 3224

The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an order to stop bullying. The application was heard by the Commissioner. The case relates to the retail industry. The Fair Work Commission case number is AB2024/713.

FWO12 Dec 2023$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-12-13-celebrating-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Celebrating Pty Ltd, a party supplies company in Rydalmere, New South Wales, and its sole director, the Respondent. The action follows a request for assistance f

FWO3 Dec 2023$15,174

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-12-04-winton-jacob-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Winton Jacob International Pty Ltd, which operated C de C Shoes in Sydney, and its sole director, Winton Guo. The action follows a request for assistance from a

FWO7 Nov 2023$6,660

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-11-08-sellick-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against the Respondent, the sole trader of Multi Services Gold Coast, a Gold Coast business offering shoe and bag repairs and key cutting services. The action followed a req

FWO3 Oct 2023$68,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-10-04-shiva-foods-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Om Shiva Foods Pty Ltd, trading as Wulagi Supermarket, and its sole director, Vinay Madasu. The action follows a request for assistance from a casual retail assi

FWO23 Aug 2023$33,300

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-08-24-nilkanth-enterprise-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Nilkanth Enterprise Pty Ltd, which operated a greengrocer called 'Strawberry Point' in Forest Hill, Melbourne, and its sole director and shareholder, the Respond

FWO16 July 2023$1,250,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-07-17-bakers-delight-franchisor-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Bakers Delight Holdings Pty Ltd, the Australian franchisor of the Bakers Delight chain. The action relates to alleged underpayments totaling $1.25 million to 142

FWO12 July 2023$54,264

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-07-13-rainbow-wholefoods-penalty-media-release

Rainbow Wholefoods Pty Ltd, a health food retailer based in Lismore, northern NSW, has been penalised for failing to pay compensation to two unfairly dismissed workers. A manager and a shop assistant, employed since 2015

FWO16 May 2023$60,480

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-05-17-gothic-downs-penalty-media-release

Gothic Downs Pty Ltd, which operates Bakers Boutique & Patisserie outlets in Melbourne, and its sole director, Giuseppe Conforto, failed to comply with Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) Compliance Notices. The notices related to

FWO30 Mar 2023$2,997

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-03-31-catanzariti-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against the Respondent, the former operator of 'Juicy Fruits Kensington' in Kensington, Melbourne. Three part-time shop assistants, aged 19 to 20, worked for the Respondent

FWO23 Feb 2023$1,900,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-02-24-david-jones-and-politix-eus-media-release

David Jones Pty Ltd and Cicero Clothing Pty Ltd (trading as Politix) have signed Enforceable Undertakings (EUs) with the Fair Work Ombudsman. They reported underpayments to the Fair Work Ombudsman in September 2020. The

FWO8 Feb 2023$32,321

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-02-09-85-degrees-franchisor-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against 85 Degrees Coffee Australia Pty Ltd ('85 Degrees'), the franchisor of the '85°C Daily Café' brand. The action alleges that 85 Degrees is liable for alleged under

FWO19 Jan 2023$1,000,000

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2023-01-20-super-retail-group-litigation-media-release

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action in the Federal Court against Super Retail Group Limited (SRG Limited) and four subsidiaries: Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd, Rebel Sport Ltd, SRG Leisure Retail Pty Ltd (tradi