FWC right-to-disconnect interpretation: Boatswain v Lance Industries (illustrative)
stop order15 Jan 2025
Facts
Early-application case before the FWC on whether out-of-hours contact during a specific period was 'unreasonable' under s 333M, considering nature of contact, role responsibilities, and compensation.
Outcome
FWC clarified the reasonableness factors and made a stop order against the employer.
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https://fwc.gov.au/issues-we-help/protections-disputes/right-disconnectRules Mate links to the regulator's own publication. We do not republish full decision text. Always verify the latest status against the source before acting.