Dismissing applications
(1) The FWC may, subject to subsection (2), dismiss an application for an order under Division 3 if the FWC is satisfied that the applicant has unreasonably: (a) failed to attend a conference conducted by the FWC, or a hearing held by the FWC, in relation to the application; or (b) failed to comply with a direction or order of the FWC relating to the application; or (c) failed to discontinue the application after a settlement agreement has been concluded. Note: For another power of the FWC to dismiss applications for orders under Division 3, see section 587. (2) The FWC may exercise its power under subsection (1) on application by a party to the matter or an organisation entitled to represent the industrial interests of a party to the matter. (3) This section does not limit when the FWC may dismiss an application.
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