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Unfair Dismissal

Decisions on unfair dismissal claims — reinstatement, compensation, and procedural fairness.

100 unfair dismissal 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.

FCA30 July 2026

B.M.D. Constructions Pty Ltd v Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (No 4)

[2026] FCA 1037 · Federal Court

B.M.D. Constructions Pty Ltd sought to strike out paragraphs in a defence filed by the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) regarding alleged breaches of the Fair Work Act and the Competition and C…

FCA30 July 2026

the Applicant v Roadworx Surfacing Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 1012 · Federal Court

The Applicant, a WHS & QA Compliance Manager/Officer, sued Roadworx Surfacing Pty Ltd in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2), alleging adverse action under s 340 of the Fair Work Act. She claim…

FCA22 July 2026

the Applicant v WS Remedial Group (NSW) Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 968 · Federal Court

the Applicant commenced proceedings against WS Remedial Group (NSW) Pty Ltd, the Respondent, and Waterstop Solutions (NSW) Pty Ltd alleging adverse action, breach of contract, and other workplace-related issues following…

FCA15 July 2026

the Applicant v Peabody Energy Australia PCI Mine Management Pty Ltd (Leave to Appeal)

[2026] FCA 921 · Federal Court

The Applicant sought leave to amend her originating application and statement of claim in a proceeding relating to alleged adverse action by Peabody Energy Australia PCI Mine Management Pty Ltd and related entities. The …

FCA10 July 2026

the Applicant v Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Pty Ltd (Liability)

[2026] FCA 891 · Federal Court

the Applicant, a concert pianist, commenced legal action against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) and the Respondent, the MSO's Chief Operating Officer. This followed the Applicant making statements about Israel co…

FCA3 July 2026

TESA Group Pty Ltd v Mining and Energy Union

[2026] FCAFC 86 · Federal Court

TESA Group Pty Ltd and two related companies appealed a Federal Court decision regarding a judicial review application. The appeal concerned whether a Deputy President of the Fair Work Commission should have recused them…

FCA26 June 2026

the Applicant v Whistle Funds Management Company Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 831 · Federal Court

the Applicant initially worked as an independent contractor for Whistle Funds Management Company Pty Ltd from 2012. From July 2017, he held a role as Fund Manager and later became Managing Director in April 2021. the App…

FCA26 June 2026

the Applicant v H&M Hennes & Mauritz Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 834 · Federal Court

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…

FCA24 June 2026$5,084

Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union v GC Crane Hire Pty Ltd as Trustee for GA Caelli Discretionary Trust

[2026] FCA 793 · Federal Court

Leonard Auld and Peter McHenry were employees of GC Crane Hire, a crane hire business. They were made redundant on September 27, 2023. The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (the Union) alleges that GC C…

FCA19 June 2026

the Applicant v Commonwealth of Australia (No 2)

[2026] FCA 764 · Federal Court

The Applicant worked for the Commonwealth (Centrelink and Child Support Agency) from 2013 to 2021. She raised concerns about workplace issues, including the behaviour of a colleague, Omar Bahemia. The Commonwealth had co…

FCA1 June 2026

the Applicant v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 679 · Federal Court

the Applicant, a casual trolley collector for Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd, was terminated on February 9, 2024. He alleges his termination and prior treatment were unlawful under various discrimination and workpl…

FWC26 May 2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 1980 · Fair Work Commission

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…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1948 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The case involved Border Inn Bacchas Marsh Pty Ltd. The Commission noted the application was incomplete and related to a dismissal …

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Rasier Pacific Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCFB 129 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked as an Uber driver engaged by Rasier Pacific Pty Ltd. On 21 September 2025, he was deactivated from the Uber digital labour platform. He applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair deactivation …

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Uber Australia Holdings Pty Ltd Trading AS Uber Australia

[2026] FWC 1936 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Uber Australia Holdings Pty Ltd, trading as Uber Australia. The Fair Work Commission was asked to consider the circumstances of her dismissal. D…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Leap Support Services Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1932 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning her unfair dismissal from Leap Support Services Pty Ltd. The specifics of the dismissal and the reasons behind it are not detailed in the provid…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Dsv Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1947 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Dsv Australia Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission, comprised of Deputy President O’Neill, heard the case. The decision number is U2026/3120. The d…

FWC26 May 2026

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

[2026] FWC 1987 · Fair Work Commission

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…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1985 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant sought an extension of time to file an application under section 365 of the Fair Work Act. Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd was the respondent. The application was delayed by 680 days.

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Monkey Magic Bar Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1933 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant, an employee, brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning their dismissal from Monkey Magic Bar Pty Ltd. The Commission's decision, delivered on May 28, 2026, was made by Deputy President …

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v The Trustee for Jacuzzi Hoppers Crossing Unit Trust

[2026] FWC 1935 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking a remedy for unfair dismissal. The Trustee for Jacuzzi Hoppers Crossing Unit Trust was the respondent. The decision was made by Deputy President O’…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v K J B Building Services Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1978 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced an application to the Fair Work Commission seeking a remedy for unfair dismissal. He worked for K J B Building Services Pty Ltd. The application was filed out of time.

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Gasmak Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1931 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Gasmak Pty Limited. The Fair Work Commission has not provided details regarding the events leading to the dismissal. The decision was made by De…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Eventful Supports Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1986 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission seeking an unfair dismissal remedy from Eventful Supports Pty Ltd. She filed her application four days beyond the standard time limit. The Fair Work Commiss…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Murray Zircon Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1979 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Murray Zircon Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. the Commissioner presided over the case. The document indicates this is a decis…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Best & Less Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1963 · Fair Work Commission

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…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v CorePlus Brighton Pty Ltd & the Respondent

[2026] FWC 1954 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The application related to contraventions involving her dismissal. The Fair Work Commission case number was C2025/12576. CorePlus B…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v The Marlow Family Trust No3

[2026] FWCFB 132 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked as a casual chef at several Sydney hotels operated by the Marlow Family Trust No 3. He applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy after being removed from the staff roster. De…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Karimbla Constructions Services (NSW) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCFB 127 · Fair Work Commission

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 …

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Telus Health (Australia) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1958 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought a claim against Telus Health (Australia) Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application to deal with contraventions involving her dismissal. the Deputy President heard the case. The doc…

FWC26 May 2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 1966 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant lodged an application on 7 March 2026 seeking an unfair deactivation remedy against Rasier Pacific Pty Ltd trading as Uber. The application was made under the gig worker deactivation provisions of the Fair …

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Cirrus AG Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1982 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant sought an unfair dismissal remedy from Cirrus AG Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission considered an application for an extension of time regarding this remedy. The details of the circumstances leading to the d…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Revolutions Gym Pty. Ltd.

[2026] FWC 1968 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Revolutions Gym Pty. Ltd. The matter concerns an application to deal with contraventions involving dismissal. the Commissioner heard the application. The document indicates this is…

FWC26 May 2026

the Applicant v Green Drake Pty Ltd as Trustee for the Grey Unit Trust Trading AS Grey Farming

[2026] FWC 1934 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Green Drake Pty Ltd as Trustee for the Grey Unit Trust Trading AS Grey Farming. The matter concerned whether the Applicant was dismissed. the Commissioner heard the application.

FWC25 May 2026

the Applicant v SME Investments (WA) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1971 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against SME Investments (WA) Pty Ltd. The Fair Work Commission has not provided details about the events leading to the dismissal or the nature of the A…

FWC25 May 2026

the Applicant v IDK Pty Ltd

[2026] FWCFB 133 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an appeal against a Fair Work Commission decision made by the Commissioner. The original decision concerned a matter number U2025/13472. The appeal was heard by Deputy President Slevin. The case inv…

FWC25 May 2026

the Applicant v Westpac Banking Corporation

[2026] FWCFB 92 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant appealed interlocutory decisions and a decision made by the Commissioner in February 2026. The original case involved the Applicant and Westpac Banking Corporation. The appeal concerned transcript issues an…

FWC25 May 2026

the Applicant v Bbq King Melbourne Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1950 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application for an unfair dismissal remedy against Bbq King Melbourne Pty Ltd. The Deputy President Masson dismissed the application under section 399A of the Fair Work Act 2009. The document ind…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v Community Solutions Group Ltd

[2026] FWC 1940 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Community Solutions Group Ltd. The Fair Work Commission was asked to deal with contraventions involving her dismissal. Deputy President O’Keeffe heard the case. The decision refere…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v BG&E Pty Limited

[2026] FWC 1939 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with BG&E Pty Limited. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. the Deputy President presided over the case. The decision references the Variation o…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v Myer Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1927 · Fair Work Commission

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…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v The Trustee For The MTM Trust

[2026] FWC 1886 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant sought an extension of time to file an unfair dismissal application. The Trustee For The MTM Trust was the respondent. the Commissioner heard the application. The decision relates to an application for an e…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v Peninsula Health

[2026] FWC 1921 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant, an employee of Peninsula Health, brought an application to the Fair Work Commission regarding an unfair dismissal. The details of the dismissal and the reasons behind it are not provided in the available t…

FWC24 May 2026

the Applicant v Grimshaw Architects Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1941 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning a dismissal. The details of the dismissal and the specific contraventions are not detailed in the provided text. the Commissioner heard the case…

FWC23 May 2026

the Applicant v The General Gumala Foundation Trust

[2026] FWC 1916 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought an application to the Fair Work Commission concerning contraventions involving her dismissal. The General Gumala Foundation Trust was the respondent. The Commission considered a jurisdictional objec…

FWC23 May 2026

CFMEU - Construction and General Division, Queensland Northern Territory Divisional Branch (105N-QLD) v C&H Acquisition Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 1898 · Fair Work Commission

The CFMEU - Construction and General Division, Queensland Northern Territory Divisional Branch, brought an application to the Fair Work Commission regarding a dismissal. The case involved C&H Acquisition Pty Ltd. The Dep…

FWC23 May 2026

the Applicant v Engaged Support Services & Ess Behaviour Specialists

[2026] FWC 1895 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant brought a claim against Engaged Support Services and Ess Behaviour Specialists. The Fair Work Commission was asked to deal with contraventions involving her dismissal. the Commissioner heard the case. No fu…

FWC23 May 2026

the Applicant v Burswood Nominees Ltd

[2026] FWC 1863 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked for Burswood Nominees Ltd. The Fair Work Commission heard an application for an unfair dismissal remedy. The decision references a previous case, Alan Geoffrey Bond v Carbridge Pty Ltd. The Deputy Pr…

FWC23 May 2026

the Applicant v Tunnelling Solutions Pty Ltd & the Respondent and Another

[2026] FWC 1914 · Fair Work Commission

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.

FWC23 May 2026

the Applicant v Australian Livestock Farms Pty Ltd and others

[2026] FWC 1913 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced proceedings in the Fair Work Commission. The case concerned an application under section 365 of the Fair Work Act. The Fair Work Commission found there was no dismissal in this case.

FCA6 May 2026

the Applicant v Posh N Polished Pty Ltd

[2026] FCA 560 · Federal Court

the Applicant was employed by Posh N Polished Pty Ltd as a salon manager and cosmetic tattooist from September 2024, on a salary of $81,000 plus commission. In May 2025, she sent her employer a written proposal requestin…

FCA17 Apr 2026

the Applicant v Chandler Macleod Group Limited (Costs)

[2026] FCA 458 · Federal Court

the Applicant, who represented himself (a litigant in person), brought proceedings against Chandler Macleod Group Limited under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). After the substantive matter was resolved, Chandler Macleod ap…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 515

[2026] FWC 515 · Fair Work Commission

Shane Stephens commenced an unfair dismissal claim against Citic Pacific Mining Management Pty Ltd in September 2025, seeking reinstatement. The case involved a drug test failure and concerns about the chain of custody o…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 434

[2026] FWC 434 · Fair Work Commission

Cassandra Cooke, a First Officer (pilot) with 27 years of service at National Jet Express Pty Ltd, was dismissed after allegedly making disparaging comments about a colleague, Wayne Ovens, to a work colleague, Victoria P…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWCFB 44

[2026] FWCFB 44 · Fair Work Commission

The Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (MUA) appealed a Fair Work Commission decision concerning public holiday pay for shiftworkers at Sydney International Container Terminals Pty Limited (SICTL). The d…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[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 …

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 512

[2026] FWC 512 · Fair Work Commission

Eric Jordan was dismissed from Pacific National Services Pty Ltd on 26 May 2025. The company alleges he performed Nazi salutes at Mittagong Railway Station on 6 March 2025, breaching workplace policies and damaging the c…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWCFB 27

[2026] FWCFB 27 · Fair Work Commission

This case involves a dispute between SC Hydro Pty Ltd and the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) regarding the correct classification of employees driving concrete agitator trucks on the Snowy Hy…

FWC15 Apr 2026

[2026] FWC 298

[2026] FWC 298 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant was employed by Tru Ninja Pty Ltd as a part-time Supervisor and Administrator from June 2024 to October 2025. She was dismissed for serious misconduct related to her handling of bereavement leave following …

FWO6 Apr 2026$23,324

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-04-09-mua-gill-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Jason Gill, a member of the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA), threatened a colleague in 2021 at Fremantle Harbour. The colleague was crossing a picket line during a dispute between the MUA and Qube Ports Pty Ltd. Gill s…

FCA27 Mar 2026

the Applicant v Fair Work Commission

[2026] FCA 368 · Federal Court

The Applicant brought an interlocutory application in the Federal Court of Australia seeking the recusal of a decision-maker at the Fair Work Commission. The Applicant argued that there was either actual bias or apprehen…

FWO22 Mar 2026$41,254

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-03-25-hoppers-trailer-pty-ltd-cn-penalty-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

Hoppers Trailer Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based trailer manufacturer, and its sole director, Gurpinder Singh, have been penalised by the Federal Circuit and Family Court. This followed a failure to comply with a Compliance No…

FCA3 Mar 2026

the Applicant v IP Australia

[2026] FCA 190 · Federal Court

the Applicant brought a claim against IP Australia, arguing she had been constructively dismissed under section 386(1)(b) of the Fair Work Act 2009. Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee resigns because their em…

FCA2 Mar 2026

the Applicant v Chandler Macleod Group Limited

[2026] FCA 139 · Federal Court

the Applicant brought a claim in the Federal Court of Australia against Chandler Macleod Group Limited and various other respondents. The case came before the court on applications by the respondents for summary judgment…

FCA20 Feb 2026

the Applicant v Peabody Energy Australia PCI Mine Management Pty Ltd (No 2)

[2026] FCA 124 · Federal Court

The Applicant brought a claim against Peabody Energy Australia PCI Mine Management Pty Ltd under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). During the proceedings, the Applicant made an interlocutory application seeking leave to furt…

FWO17 Feb 2026$24,469

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-02-20-caretodance-and-basescu-failure-to-comply-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

CareToDance Pty Ltd, a Sydney dance studio, and its director, Cristian Basescu, are facing legal action from the Fair Work Ombudsman. This follows a Fair Work Commission order in December 2024 requiring CareToDance to pa…

FCA6 Feb 2026

the Applicant v Swinburne University of Technology

[2026] FCA 39 · Federal Court

the Applicant brought proceedings against Swinburne University of Technology involving matters under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). During those proceedings, he made an interlocutory application in the Federal Court seeki…

FWC28 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 253

[2026] FWC 253 · Fair Work Commission

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 …

FWC28 Jan 2026

[2025] FWC 3130

[2025] FWC 3130 · Fair Work Commission

ALDI Foods Pty Ltd sought approval for three enterprise agreements: the ALDI Prestons Agreement 2024, the ALDI Jandakot Agreement 2025, and the ALDI Stapylton Agreement 2025. The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees A…

FWC28 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 48

[2026] FWC 48 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked as a delivery person for Portier Pacific Pty Limited (Uber Eats) from November 2022 until July 2025. On 29 July 2025, Uber Eats deactivated his access to the Uber Delivery Platform. This followed two…

FWC28 Jan 2026

[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…

FWC28 Jan 2026

[2026] FWC 137

[2026] FWC 137 · Fair Work Commission

Jack Gibson, a teacher at Erindale College, was placed on unpaid leave in January 2023. While overseas in August 2023, he was sent a letter detailing seven allegations of inappropriate behaviour involving students, inclu…

FWC28 Jan 2026

[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…

FWO13 Jan 2026$41,250

Fair Work Ombudsman

FWO-2026-01-16-rapid-plumbing-group-cn-litigation-media-release · Fair Work Ombudsman

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against Rapid Plumbing Group Pty Ltd, a Western Sydney plumbing company, and its sole director, the Respondent. A young worker was employed as a plumber by Rapid Plumbin…

FWC2026

Ms Camila Martins Dalseco Costa v PBG Management Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3343 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant sought an extension of time to file a claim under section 365 of the Fair Work Act 2009. Her employment with PBG Management Pty Ltd ended on April 23, 2026. The standard 21-day filing period expired on May …

FWC2026

Application/Notification by Ambulance Employees Association of Western Australia

[2026] FWC 2651 · Fair Work Commission

The Ambulance Employees Association of Western Australia (AEAWA) applied for registration as a union under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009. The United Workers’ Union (UWU), Australian Nursing and Midwif…

FWC2026

Mr Nicholas Livermore v Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3105 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd on 10 November 2025. The dismissal related to inaccurate timesheets, failing pre-start checks, and breaching fatigue management rules. He worked as …

FWC2026

Ms Catherine Cominelli v Nitschke Industries Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3346 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from Nitschke Industries Pty Ltd, trading as Lake Grace Transport, on 31 December 2025. She worked as a Freight Depot Manager, starting in December 2024. the Applicant sought an unfair dismiss…

FWC2026

Dan Bahadur Shrestha v Portier Pacific Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3335 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application against Portier Pacific Pty Ltd on March 6, 2026. He claimed dismissal occurred on October 29, 2020. The Fair Work Commission identified jurisdictional issues, includi…

FWC2026

Mr Sheheryar Khan v PSGA Pty. Ltd.

[2026] FWC 3277 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant, a casual security officer at PSGA Pty Ltd, commenced employment in February 2023. Following a complaint made by the Applicant about a colleague, PSGA sent him a letter outlining 16 allegations of misconduc…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Arbias Limited

[2026] FWC 2409 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was employed by Arbias Limited, a healthcare provider, from September 2019 until March 2026. In February 2026, the Applicant was directed to take on a new role as a Disability Support Worker, which involved…

FWC2026

the Applicant v High Level Recruitment Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3209 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant worked as a casual labour hire employee for High Level Recruitment Pty Ltd, trading as Job Connect. In November 2025, he signed a Temporary Assignment Agreement. He was assigned to PFD Food Services, but du…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Avid Holding Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2702 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from Avid Holding Pty Ltd on October 15, 2025, as an Electrical Apprentice. She filed a claim for unfair dismissal under the Fair Work Act. The hearing was scheduled for May 28, 2026. the Appl…

FWC2026

the Applicant v WesTrac Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3311 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was employed by WesTrac Pty Ltd from February 2025 until February 2026 as a Digital Implementation Specialist. During a shutdown period, she applied for unpaid leave and later amended her application in the…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Virbac (Australia) Pty Ltd & the Second Respondent

[2026] FWC 2527 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission on May 25, 2026, seeking to challenge her dismissal by Virbac (Australia) Pty Ltd and the Second Respondent. She alleges she was dismissed on March 24, 2026. Her applicat…

FWC2026

Automotive, Food, Metals, Engineering, Printing and Kindred Industries Union known as the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) (188V) v Thales Australia Limited Trading AS Australian Munitions

[2026] FWC 2845 · Fair Work Commission

The Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union (AMWU) initiated a dispute regarding the correct classification of the Applicant, an employee of Thales Australia Limited. The Applicant was initially employed as a Laboratory …

FWC2026

the Applicant v Unitingcare Queensland Limited

[2026] FWCFB 183 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Unitingcare Queensland Limited but left after less than a month. She believed she was treated unfairly due to feedback received and told management she would not return to work. th…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Assetlink (23) Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 3310 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application with the Fair Work Commission on November 8, 2025. The Commission raised concerns about whether the application was filed within the 21-day time limit. Staff attempted…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Department of Transport and Planning & the Respondent and Another

[2026] FWC 2312 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was employed by the Department of Transport and Planning as Manager Supply Chain Performance from October 2018. In June 2025, following feedback from a co-worker and his colleague regarding her management s…

FWC2026

the Applicant v NeuraGPT Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2759 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced discussions with NeuraGPT Pty Ltd (NGPT) in July 2023, after being approached via LinkedIn. NGPT proposed an annual wage of $250,000 plus GST and a share option. Correspondence ensued regarding th…

FWC2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 2798 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant sought an unfair deactivation remedy from Portier Pacific Pty Ltd (Uber) under section 536LU of the Fair Work Act. He claimed deactivation on June 4, 2026, but Uber stated it occurred on July 10, 2025. Evid…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Grandeur Wines Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2370 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant, initially engaged on a commission-only basis and later as National Sales and Distribution Manager at Grandeur Wines Pty Ltd (Elysian Springs), was involved in disputes with directors Glen Wandless, Shlok A…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Ifm Services Pty. Ltd

[2026] FWC 2310 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission for an unfair dismissal remedy. The Commission attempted to schedule a conference with both parties, providing multiple email reminders and a telephone contact attempt. t…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Southern Cross Centre

[2026] FWCFB 184 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant appealed a decision made on January 2, 2025, by Deputy President O’Keeffe. The original decision dismissed the Applicant's application for anti-bullying orders against Southern Cross Centre (SCC). Deputy Pr…

FWC2026

Application by the Applicant

[2026] FWC 3216 · Fair Work Commission

The Applicant, a Contract Administrator at Ventia Australia Pty Ltd, filed an application under the Fair Work Act seeking orders to stop bullying. She alleged bullying by the Respondent, the Business and Risk Manager, an…

FWC2026

the Applicant v The University of Melbourne

[2026] FWCFB 189 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from her position as a tenured professor and director of the Williams Centre for Learning Advancement at The University of Melbourne on February 5, 2025, following allegations of inappropriate…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2346 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from his role as a Technician at Amazon Commercial Services Pty Ltd on 25 September 2025. The dismissal related to inappropriate commentary on Slack directed towards a Senior Technician, false…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Bouygues Construction Australia Pty Ltd

[2026] FWC 2514 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant lodged an unfair dismissal application with the Fair Work Commission on June 6, 2026. The Commission raised concerns about whether the application was filed within the required 21-day timeframe. Attempts we…

FWC2026

the Applicant v Endeavour Group Limited

[2026] FWC 1872 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant commenced employment with Endeavour Group Limited. The Fair Work Commission received an application from the Applicant concerning an unfair dismissal remedy. the Commissioner heard the matter and issued an …

FWC2026

the Applicant v The Trustee For Running Double Trust

[2026] FWC 2264 · Fair Work Commission

the Applicant was dismissed from her role at Annie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlour, owned by The Trustee For Running Double Trust, on March 9, 2026. She alleges misconduct allegations led to her dismissal and denies th…

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