Combs v Careerseekers Internship Program - Amendment to Concise Statement

The Federal Court of Australia granted leave for the applicant in Combs v Careerseekers New Australian Internship Program Limited to amend their concise statement. The court also extended several procedural deadlines, including those for amended responses, discovery, and submissions, with the hearing scheduled for April 28, 2026.

Shaw v Official Trustee in Bankruptcy - Bankruptcy and Insolvency Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed an appeal concerning the administration of a bankrupt estate. The court found no error in the primary judge's discretion to refuse an inquiry into the trustee's conduct, upholding prior determinations and refusing leave to appeal. The decision reinforces the finality of litigation in bankruptcy matters.

Owners Strata Plan No 87231 v 3A Composites GmbH - Consumer Class Action

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed a consumer class action brought by a strata corporation against a foreign manufacturer of building cladding. The court found that the Australian Consumer Law and Trade Practices Act did not apply to the foreign manufacturer, and that the products were not of acceptable or merchantable quality. The claims for misleading conduct and damages were also not established.

Anderson v Stonnington City Council - Bankruptcy Notice Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed an appeal by John and Demitra Anderson against the refusal to set aside a bankruptcy notice. The appellants alleged claims in tort against Stonnington City Council related to a heritage overlay, but the court found these claims were general and speculative, and not a prima facie cross-demand sufficient to halt bankruptcy proceedings. The appellants were ordered to pay the respondent's costs.

Younes v Minister for Immigration and Multicultural Affairs - Migration Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed an application for an extension of time to appeal a migration decision. The applicant was ordered to pay the respondent's costs.

Majak v Barnden - Summary Dismissal of Proceedings

The Federal Court of Australia has summarily dismissed three related proceedings initiated by Zofia Majak, an undischarged bankrupt. The court found the matters raised were similar to issues already determined in other courts and were an attempt to circumvent prior court orders. The applicant was ordered to pay costs, and the case is referred for consideration of orders under s 37AO of the Federal Court of Australia Act 1976.

Patel v Minister for Immigration and Citizenship - Migration Visa Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed an appeal concerning the refusal of an Employer Nomination (subclass 186) visa. The court ordered that the name of the first respondent be changed and removed two appellants as parties. The appeal was dismissed with costs.

Patel v Minister for Immigration and Citizenship - Migration Visa Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed the appeal in Patel v Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, upholding a prior decision that refused an Employer Nomination (subclass 186) visa. The court also ordered a change in the name of the first respondent to Minister for Immigration and Citizenship.

Hitachi Rail STS Australia Pty Ltd v Schoof - Enterprise Agreement Interpretation

The Federal Court of Australia ruled on the interpretation of an enterprise agreement concerning penalty and overtime calculations for Hitachi Rail STS Australia Pty Ltd. The court declared that allowances are not to be included in the 'base hourly rate' for these calculations, and refused declaratory relief regarding a waiting time penalty claim.

Suksawat v Minister for Immigration and Citizenship - Migration Appeal

The Federal Court of Australia dismissed an application for an extension of time to appeal a migration decision. The court fixed costs for the applicant at $4,500. The judgment clarifies that disagreement with a Tribunal's findings does not constitute an appealable error.