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But wait, he resigned!

When does a resignation become a dismissal?
06 November 2025

Terex Australia Pty Ltd & Christine Richeux and Another v Kristopher Cameron [2025] FWCFB 205

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) Full Bench recently confirmed in Terex[1] that when an employee resigns, and the employer unilaterally brings forward their termination date, it can constitute a dismissal under the FW Act.

[1] Terex Australia Pty Ltd & Christine Richeux and Another v Kristopher Cameron [2025] FWCFB 205

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