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Fair Work Commission says employer’s reason for dismissal was rubbish
An employee has received compensation of almost $24,500 after the Fair Work Commission (FWC) found that his employer had unfairly dismissed him. The incident that sparked the dismissal was his refusal to take out the rubbish after his work shift finished.
Dismissal Was Fair, After Accident Triggered Psych Issues
A year after a multi-vehicle crash brought on a worker’s mental health issues and rendered her unable to do her job, she was sacked, and complained of unfair dismissal. Read why the FWC found it neither harsh nor unfair.
Barrage of nasty text messages to his manager was valid reason for dismissal
The Fair Work Commission ruled that the texts, which posed a psychosocial risk to the manager, justified his termination despite being sent outside work hours.
To dismiss a “drunk” employee, you need proof, not assumptions
Learn why the Fair Work Commission ruled the termination of this employee to be an unfair dismissal.
Terminations: Your questions answered
Webinar on-demand | 2 July 2025
Overtime feud a timely reminder for frustrated bosses
An employee dismissed without reason after refusing unpaid overtime was awarded eight weeks' pay by the Fair Work Commission. The case highlights the necessity of following procedural fairness in dismissals.
GM sacked for not returning phone calls wins claim
The Fair Work Commission recently ruled that an employer's claims of insubordination were insufficient to justify dismissing an employee. The Commission's investigation revealed that the dismissal was harsh, unjust, and unreasonable.
Nurse’s registration revoked following professional misconduct
A nurse’s registration was revoked after she engaged in inappropriate relationships with vulnerable mental health patients, breaching professional boundaries.
Abandonment Isn’t Automatic: Ending Employment the Right Way
An employee’s unexplained absence doesn’t automatically end their employment. Employers must take specific steps to lawfully finalise the employment relationship under the Fair Work Act.
Do you pay super on long service leave?
Should employers pay superannuation contributions on long service leave entitlements?