Month: August 2025

  • Car detailer loses unfair dismissal case after applying 3 years late

    Perth. A car detailer who was fired in early 2022 tried to lodge an unfair dismissal claim in 2025, but the Commission dismissed it as out of time and outside jurisdiction. Where: PerthCase name: Michael John Chinnery v Morley City Nissan [2025] FWC 2244Date of decision: 31 July 2025Link to full case: Click here to…

  • Woolworths worker’s unfair dismissal claim rejected due to late lodgement

    Melbourne. Retail worker Jason Duff’s claim that Woolworths dismissed him for asserting his rights was rejected after the Fair Work Commission found his application was filed 18 days late. Where: MelbourneCase name: Jason Duff v Woolworths Group Limited [2025] FWC 2131Date of decision: 31 July 2025Link to full case: Click here to view decision Who:…

  • Marketing manager wins unfair dismissal claim after employer ignored redeployment option

    Adelaide. A marketing manager made redundant was deemed to have been unfairly dismissed after her employer failed to consider her for a vacant role she was qualified to perform. Where: AdelaideCase name: Tyndale v Freerange Future Pty Ltd [2025] FWC 1206Date of decision: 31 July 2025Link to full case: Click here to view decision Who:…