Long Service Leave
Cases on long service leave entitlements and disputes under State and Territory legislation.
100 long service leave decisions on file. Plain-English summaries with links to the original judgment. Ask the AI advisor about your situation — Plus members get full case-law citations in answers.
Application by Boral Resources (Wa) Ltd
[2026] FWCA 1384 · Fair Work Commission
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…
[2026] FWC 347
[2026] FWC 347 · Fair Work Commission
Brayden Dale-McCormick was dismissed from Sleepeezee Bedding Australia Pty Ltd after a roadside drug test revealed cannabis in his system. Dale-McCormick admitted to using cannabis over the weekend prior to returning to …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-03-05-ezytenant-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Geng Xu, Jayce Richardson, and Chen Sun, former directors and a former bookkeeper of Ezytenant Pty Ltd, a real estate advertising and management company based in…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-02-26-sadamatsu-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent, a former part-owner and manager of the ‘Miso World Square’ Japanese restaurant in Sydney. It is alleged that between June 2020 and September 2022…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-02-25-villa-romana-eu-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated Villa Romana restaurant in Cairns, owned by Mesa 3 Pty Ltd and Helen Papagelou (as trustees of the Ex-RPH Trust). An investigation, following a 2023 inspection, found the restaurant u…
[2026] FWCFB 4
[2026] FWCFB 4 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, an employee, made several applications to the Fair Work Commission, including a general protections application and a stop bullying application. His employment ended on 13 January 2025. Quantum Systems Pty…
[2026] FWC 189
[2026] FWC 189 · Fair Work Commission
Tamara Depp (the Applicant) sought an unfair dismissal remedy from Oz Seaside Hair And Beauty Pty Ltd (the Respondent). The Applicant started working for the business on 16 January 2024, under a previous owner. The Respo…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2026-01-27-korserv-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Korserv Pty Ltd, a Queensland-based labour hire provider, and its manager, the Respondent. This action follows an audit of pay rates at a strawberry farm in the …
the Applicant v Fedex Express Australia Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 364 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant commenced employment with Fedex Express Australia Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission initiated dismissal proceedings against him under section 587 of the Fair Work Act, due to a failure to prosecute his appl…
the Applicant v Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 2209 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, an employee, was directed by her employer, Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd, to attend an independent medical examination. the Applicant refused to sign authorisations necessary for the examination. The …
the Applicant v Health Care Providers Association Pty. Ltd.
[2026] FWC 2230 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, an employee, brought a claim against Health Care Providers Association Pty. Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered whether her dismissal was harsh, unjust, or unreasonable. The Commission also examined w…
the Applicant v PaperCut Software Pty Ltd
[2026] FWC 178 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant commenced employment with PaperCut Software Pty Ltd. He was dismissed after allegedly failing to follow a direction from his employer. the Applicant argued his dismissal was unfair and that the direction wa…
the Applicant v Yeronga Services And Community Club Inc. Trading AS Club Yeronga
[2026] FWC 228 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a situation where he felt forced to resign from his position at Yeronga Services and Community Club Inc. trading as Club Yeronga. The Commission…
the Applicant v SSMG-Wolves Pty Limited
[2026] FWC 194 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant brought an application for unfair dismissal against SSMG-Wolves Pty Limited. The application was filed out of time. The Fair Work Commission considered whether there were exceptional circumstances to allow …
[2025] FWC 888
[2025] FWC 888 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a stevedore for Sydney International Container Terminals (Hutchison Ports), sent an email on September 26, 2024, resigning from his position. He claims he sent the email unknowingly while experiencing para…
[2025] FWCFB 202
[2025] FWCFB 202 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a stevedore at Sydney International Container Terminals (Hutchison Ports Sydney), sent an email resigning from his position on September 26, 2024, at 4:31 am while experiencing stress and paranoid thoughts…
[2025] FWC 2996
[2025] FWC 2996 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a Parking Patrol Officer, was employed by Care Park Pty Ltd from January 15, 2024. He was injured at work in November 2024 and subsequently had a dispute regarding workers' compensation. Care Park’s lawyer…
[2025] FWC 2675
[2025] FWC 2675 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a senior psychologist, was dismissed from Very Helpful Chats Pty Ltd (VHC), a telehealth psychology practice, on May 30, 2025. She filed an unfair dismissal claim. The dismissal reason was alleged serious …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-12-18-ansa-third-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Ansa Finance Pty Ltd, based in Toorak, and its manager, the Respondent. Also named in the action is AFSL Group Pty Ltd, another company managed by the Respondent…
[2025] FWCFB 264
[2025] FWCFB 264 · Fair Work Commission
The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia (APESMA) sought an intractable bargaining declaration from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) regarding an enterprise agreement for Deputies emplo…
[2025] FWC 1806
[2025] FWC 1806 · Fair Work Commission
The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia (APESMA) sought a declaration that bargaining with Ulan West Operations Pty Ltd for an enterprise agreement covering Deputies at the Ulan West…
[2025] FWC 3468
[2025] FWC 3468 · Fair Work Commission
The Net Zero Economy Authority (NZEA) applied for a community of interest determination regarding the closure of the Torrens B power station in South Australia, operated by AGL Energy Ltd and AGL Torrens Island Pty Ltd. …
[2025] FWC 3340
[2025] FWC 3340 · Fair Work Commission
The Applicant was dismissed from his role as a storeman at Burswood Resort (Management) Limited on August 29, 2025. He filed an application with the Fair Work Commission on September 23, 2025, to address general protecti…
[2025] FWC 3285
[2025] FWC 3285 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant commenced employment with Cohealth Limited in March 2019 and was dismissed in June 2025. Following a complaint from a client regarding his conduct, Cohealth initiated an internal investigation. the Applican…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-11-21-phillip-island-souvenirs-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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…
[2025] FWC 2987
[2025] FWC 2987 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) after being dismissed from Cosmetique Cosmetic Clinics (Services) Pty Ltd, the Respondent. The Respondent objected, arguing the Applican…
[2025] FWC 2946
[2025] FWC 2946 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from her role at RACQ Operations Pty Ltd on 23 July 2025. She sought to file a general protections dispute with the Fair Work Commission, but the application was lodged one day late, on 14 Aug…
[2025] FWC 1574
[2025] FWC 1574 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant brought an unfair dismissal claim against Metal Manufactures Pty Limited. the Respondent raised two objections: the Applicant’s annual earnings exceeded the High Income Threshold ($175,000), and he did not …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-10-02-lroc-builders-pty-ltd-and-oliver-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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…
[2025] FWCFB 193
[2025] FWCFB 193 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant made an application under the Fair Work Act alleging bullying at the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). Deputy President Millhouse dismissed his application. The Applicant appealed this decision, …
[2025] FWC 2653
[2025] FWC 2653 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant alleges she was forced to resign from Tronox Mining Australia Limited on 6 February 2025, ending her employment on 18 February 2025. She claims this constitutes a dismissal and that the reasons were prohibi…
[2025] FWCFB 168
[2025] FWCFB 168 · Fair Work Commission
Joseph Osure, a Senior Fraud Officer at the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), applied for a stop-bullying order against colleagues, Zoe Honner and Kent Hua, and the NDIA. He alleged various instances of bullyi…
[2025] FWCFB 135
[2025] FWCFB 135 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant sought permission to appeal a decision where a Deputy President dismissed his application to stop bullying at the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). The Deputy President found there was no risk of…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-09-04-suburban-sydney-visa-monitoring-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) and Australian Border Force (ABF) conducted surprise inspections of approximately 40 businesses in Sydney, including Blacktown, Cabramatta, Chatswood, the Hills District, Hurstville, and Par…
[2025] FWC 2269
[2025] FWC 2269 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a driver for Rasier Pacific Pty Ltd (Uber), was deactivated from the Uber Driver platform. He sought an unfair deactivation remedy under the Fair Work Act 2009, but his application was lodged outside the 2…
[2025] FWC 2470
[2025] FWC 2470 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant sought orders from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to remove a published decision and judgment from the Commission’s website, suppress his identity, withdraw a recusal application, and notify the Australian …
[2025] FWC 2445
[2025] FWC 2445 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from Medical Design Innovations Pty Ltd on 19 May 2025, citing gross misconduct. He applied for an unfair dismissal remedy to the Fair Work Commission on 17 June 2025, eight days past the 21-d…
[2025] FWCFB 178
[2025] FWCFB 178 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant appealed a decision by the Commissioner Simpson regarding her application for an extension of time to file an unfair dismissal application. The Applicant was dismissed from Thejo Australia Pty Ltd. She file…
[2025] FWC 2289
[2025] FWC 2289 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant sought to extend the time to file a claim alleging unfair dismissal against his former employer, Electra Lift Co. His employment ended in October 2022, and he filed his application almost two and a half yea…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-08-29-250826-ato-and-fwo-media-release-op-sentinel · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) conducted surprise visits to over 30 food sector and hospitality businesses in Darwin between August 26 and 28, 2025. This was part of Operation Sentinel…
[2025] FWC 1828
[2025] FWC 1828 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from his role at Commonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) for allegedly making fraudulent transactions on his personal credit card while disputing charges. the Applicant filed an unfair dismissal app…
[2025] FWC 2193
[2025] FWC 2193 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a former employee of Quantum-Systems Pty Ltd, initially applied to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) alleging unfair dismissal. During preparations for a hearing, the FWC issued an order for Quantum-Systems t…
[2025] FWCFB 133
[2025] FWCFB 133 · Fair Work Commission
Lee Witherden, a long-term stevedore at DP World Sydney Limited's Port Botany terminal, tested positive for cocaine metabolites during a random drug and alcohol test in May 2024. He admitted to recreational cocaine use d…
[2025] FWC 1976
[2025] FWC 1976 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a Principle Technical Specialist at Intersystems Australia Pty Ltd, requested to work from home two days a week, citing caring responsibilities for his children and work-life balance. The company, which op…
[2025] FWCFB 141
[2025] FWCFB 141 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a long-term employee of Veolia Recycling and Recovery Pty Ltd, was dismissed after a series of incidents including vehicle accidents, breaches of safety policies, a stop work incident, and a positive blood…
[2025] FWC 1843
[2025] FWC 1843 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a Director at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), applied for a transfer to the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) under the Public Service Act. She alleged she was subjected to bullying and harassmen…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-07-17-kassiou-construction-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-07-09-din-tai-fung-case-study-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
Guoyong “Jet” Liu, a visa holder, worked at Din Tai Fung in Sydney between July 2014 and May 2018. He and 16 other employees, primarily migrants from China and Indonesia, were deliberately underpaid. Jet felt pressured t…
[2025] FWC 1701
[2025] FWC 1701 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, the sole director of Maxma Transportation Pty Ltd, sought a remedy for unfair termination from Sal National Pty Ltd. Maxma provided delivery services for Sal under a contract that was terminated on 1 April…
[2025] FWC 1526
[2025] FWC 1526 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was unfairly dismissed by Orientile Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission previously ordered Orientile to pay the Applicant $31,652.93 in compensation. Orientile, a small business, then applied to pay this comp…
[2025] FWC 1289
[2025] FWC 1289 · Fair Work Commission
Ibrahim Jibril sought an order from the Fair Work Commission requiring Uber Australia Pty Ltd, operating through Rasier Pacific Pty Ltd, to reactivate his account. He claimed unfair deactivation. Rasier Pacific argued he…
[2025] FWC 1224
[2025] FWC 1224 · Fair Work Commission
John Wassens, a maintenance coordinator, resigned from Murrells Freight Services Pty Ltd on September 23, 2024, with two weeks' notice. He subsequently filed an unfair dismissal application with the Fair Work Commission …
[2025] FWCFB 94
[2025] FWCFB 94 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, an employee of Ambulance Victoria (AV), was transferred from Bright to Dandenong following allegations of bullying towards coworkers. An independent investigator, Brian Lacy, concluded that the Applicant e…
[2025] FWC 1177
[2025] FWC 1177 · Fair Work Commission
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…
[2025] FWCFB 106
[2025] FWCFB 106 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from his role as a crane operator at Sydney International Container Terminals (Hutchison) after consuming a glass of wine before his shift and being involved in an accident. His blood alcohol …
[2025] FWC 1353
[2025] FWC 1353 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant and a co-worker, both former volunteers with the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association (Coast Guard), applied to the Fair Work Commission for orders to stop bullying. The Applicant alleges bullying b…
[2025] FWC 1326
[2025] FWC 1326 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed by All Skills Resourcing Pty Ltd (First Respondent) on January 17, 2025. He filed an application with the Fair Work Commission on February 24, 2025, alleging the dismissal breached general pro…
[2025] FWC 1150
[2025] FWC 1150 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was employed as an Operator by Odell Resources Pty Ltd at a mine in Western Australia, while living in Queensland. In September 2024, he was involved in a physical altercation with another worker, the Secon…
[2025] FWC 317
[2025] FWC 317 · Fair Work Commission
Elizabeth Naden (Applicant), a teacher and Religious Education Coordinator at a Catholic school, sought a determination regarding her return to work from parental leave. She requested a part-time arrangement working thre…
[2025] FWCFB 75
[2025] FWCFB 75 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from her catering assistant role at Serco Australia Pty Limited after 18 years of employment. Serco stated her English literacy levels were insufficient for the role. The Applicant filed an un…
[2025] FWC 666
[2025] FWC 666 · Fair Work Commission
The Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from the Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission/Saudi Embassy. The Respondent raised jurisdictional objections, arguing immunity from the Fair Work Commission's jurisdiction under …
[2025] FWCFB 53
[2025] FWCFB 53 · Fair Work Commission
The Mining and Energy Union (MEU) sought regulated labour hire arrangement orders under the Fair Work Act 2009 concerning CoreStaff NSW Pty Ltd and Skilled Workforce Solutions (NSW) Pty Ltd. These companies supply labour…
[2025] FWC 634
[2025] FWC 634 · Fair Work Commission
Adriana Music (Applicant) initiated a claim for unfair dismissal against Sharesight Pty Ltd (Respondent). The Applicant was initially employed as a Project Delivery Manager in April 2021. In June 2023, she resigned from …
[2025] FWC 723
[2025] FWC 723 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from Crushing Services International Pty Ltd after a transfer from Silverstone Recruitment. He initially sought legal advice and attempted to file an application with the Western Australia Ind…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-03-17-ips-holdings-nsw-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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,…
[2025] FWC 387
[2025] FWC 387 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was made redundant from Brisbane Crane Trucks Pty Ltd on October 15, 2024. She filed an unfair dismissal application on November 21, 2024, 16 days past the statutory time limit. the Applicant explained the …
[2025] FWC 150
[2025] FWC 150 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from her role as a restaurant front of house manager at Glenpickle Pty Ltd in September 2024. the Applicant claimed she was told Glenpickle would sponsor her visa and then dismissed after rais…
[2025] FWCFB 16
[2025] FWCFB 16 · Fair Work Commission
Pece Calovski, an experienced forklift operator, was dismissed from Opal Packaging Australia Pty Ltd after a forklift accident on 27 June 2023. While maneuvering a forklift, he claimed the brakes failed, leading to a col…
[2025] FWC 453
[2025] FWC 453 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a finance and administration manager, was dismissed from Lambert Estate Wines in August 2024, and his employment ended on September 13, 2024. He sought an unfair dismissal remedy, claiming his dismissal wa…
[2025] FWC 323
[2025] FWC 323 · Fair Work Commission
The Applicant sought an extension of time to file an unfair dismissal application against her former employer, the Respondent. She was dismissed on 29 October 2024, and filed her application on 8 December 2024, 19 days p…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2025-02-19-setka-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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-2025-02-18-relationships-australia-qld-eu-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ), a not-for-profit organisation providing support services across Queensland, has back-paid over 980 current and former employees more than $5.6 million. The underpayments occurred…
[2025] FWC 116
[2025] FWC 116 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant, a Works Officer for Glamorgan Spring Bay Council, was dismissed after a positive drug test for THC, a component of medicinal cannabis he was taking for chronic pain. the Applicant had previously disclosed …
[2025] FWCFB 13
[2025] FWCFB 13 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was dismissed from his role as a Numerical Modeller at KCB Australia Pty Ltd on 21 June 2024, due to alleged performance issues. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease on 17 July 2024, shortly after his …
the Applicant v Designer Life (Queensland) Pty Ltd As Trustee For The Designer Life (Queensland) Trust
[2025] FWC 1897 · Fair Work Commission
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…
the Applicant v Department of Parliamentary Services
[2025] FWC 2448 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant commenced employment with the Department of Parliamentary Services. The Fair Work Commission dealt with an application involving his dismissal. the Commissioner heard the case. The document details a Fair W…
the Applicant v OS MCAP Pty Ltd
[2025] FWC 3941 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant was employed by OS MCAP Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision references previous decisions including OS MCAP Pty Ltd v the Applicant ([202…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-12-23-blue-sky-kids-land-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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 …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-12-18-abmeng-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
ABMENG Pty Ltd, an instrument calibration company based in Queensland with operations in Melbourne and Perth, and its sole director, the Respondent, have been penalized by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. The compan…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-12-06-melotte-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
the Applicant and her husband operated Hotel Frangos and Café Koukla in Daylesford, Victoria. They deliberately underpaid 97 staff a total of $321,202 between May 2017 and July 2019. The underpaid workers included 15 jun…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-10-02-landhaus-wines-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against The Landhaus Estate Wines Pty Ltd and its managing director, John Jaunutis. This followed a request for assistance from a former sales representative who worked for …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-09-26-mccrystal-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against McCrystal Agricultural Services Pty Ltd, a Queensland labour hire business and sweet potato farm, and its sole director, the Respondent. The company operates und…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-08-08-cairns-food-outlets-wage-recoveries-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman investigated 35 food outlets in Cairns, including fast food restaurants, cafes, and cheap eats venues. The investigations, prompted by anonymous reports, found 23 businesses, or 74%, breached work…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-07-09-cfmeu-yatala-prison-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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-2024-07-02-art-of-hair-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against The Art of Hair–Bateau Bay Pty Ltd, Cheri Rance, and Nelvin Lal, operators of a hairdressing salon in Bateau Bay, New South Wales. The action follows a request f…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-02-21-workersweb-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Workersweb Pty Ltd, trading as TRP Physiotherapy & Sports Injury, which operates clinics in Fairfield, Homebush, and Wentworthville, Sydney. The action followed a re…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-02-13-la-la-bar-group-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman secured penalties against Keri Taiaroa, a former director and shareholder of six La La Bar Group companies, Matthew Sanger, former general manager of those companies, Nicholas Accounting Managemen…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2024-02-06-migrant-workers-case-study-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
the Applicant, a Hong Kong national on a working holiday visa, worked at Winit (AU) Trade Pty Ltd, a Sydney warehouse and distribution company. He realised he wasn't being paid correctly, particularly overtime rates. Aft…
[2024] FWCFB 451
[2024] FWCFB 451 · Fair Work Commission
The Ambulance Employees Association of Western Australia (AEA) sought registration as an organisation under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009. The United Workers’ Union (UWU) objected, arguing the AEA cou…
the Applicant v Anker Innovations Australia Pty Ltd
[2024] FWC 2871 · Fair Work Commission
the Applicant commenced employment with Anker Innovations Australia Pty Ltd in November 2023. He was dismissed from his role in March 2024. the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission seeking an order to deal with …
[2024] FWCFB 465
[2024] FWCFB 465 · Fair Work Commission
Paramjit Brownson, a teacher and Year 9 Pastoral Coordinator at Australian International Islamic College Ltd, was investigated for alleged unprofessional conduct, including yelling at students and breaching confidentiali…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-08-15-polytrade-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman secured $375,515 in penalties against Polytrade (now PT 349 Pty Ltd), PTES 928 Pty Ltd, and company owners the Respondent and her partner. Five migrant workers employed at waste management facilit…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-04-28-melotte-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against the Respondent and the Second Respondent, a married couple who operated Hotel Frangos and Café Koukla in Daylesford, Victoria. They are accused of allegedly unde…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-04-19-newcastle-frac-audits-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman is conducting surprise inspections of approximately 50 food outlets in Newcastle, New South Wales. The inspections target businesses in suburbs like Broadmeadow, Cameron Park, and Mayfield. The re…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-04-17-green-clean-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman secured penalties against Green Clean (Aust) Pty Ltd and a former manager after they underpaid two international students from Nepal. The students worked as casual cleaners between March and June …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-03-24-kumar-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
Sushil Kumar, a former restaurant operator in Leederville, Western Australia, exploited a Bangladeshi cook who was working in Australia on a subclass 457 visa. The cook was recruited in 2015 and worked at the Bricklane B…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-03-21-cfmmeu-bruce-highway-2-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMMEU) and three officials, Blake Hynes, Te Aranui Albert, and Michael Ravbar, were taken to court by the Australian Building and Construction Commissioner …
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-03-01-bunbury-ag-audits-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman conducted surprise inspections of approximately 20 farms and labour companies around Bunbury, Western Australia. The inspections targeted businesses in Manjimup and Donnybrook. Inspectors assessed…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2023-01-20-super-retail-group-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
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…
Fair Work Ombudsman
FWO-2022-05-06-centennial-wealth-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman commenced legal action against Centennial Wealth Pty Ltd and its sole director, the Respondent. This followed a request for assistance from a former worker and an investigation into potential unde…