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Form F42D: Application for order about demarcation
Form F42D is the Fair Work Commission’s application to renew a current entry permit under Part 3‑4 of the Fair Work Act. Use it when an existing permit is about to expire and you need the Commission to continue it.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F42D - Application for order about demarcation
Form F42D is the Fair Work Commission’s application to renew a current entry permit under Part 3‑4 of the Fair Work Act. Use it when an existing permit is about to expire and you need the Commission to continue it.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Common error: leaving out required personal details for one of the parties.
- 2Missing personal information for the permit holder
- 3Failing to provide copies to other parties or their representatives
- 4Not requesting a confidentiality order when needed
- 5Submitting after the permit has already expired
Plain English
If your organisation holds an entry permit that lets you do certain activities under the Fair Work Act, you must fill out this form to keep it active. It asks for details about the officeholder, the permit holder and any contact person, plus any supporting paperwork.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit the form when you need to renew an existing entry permit. Not confirmed in official source for exact deadline.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use when an existing entry permit is about to expire and you need it continued.
- Apply if you are the officeholder of a registered organisation that holds the permit.
- Use only for renewal, not for a brand‑new entry permit.
- Submit if you have a contact person or permit holder whose details need updating.
- Choose this form when the Fair Work Commission requires a formal renewal application.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need a brand‑new entry permit
Different form required for initial applications
✓ Verify you are not seeking a renewal
Changing organisation details only
May need a variation form rather than renewal
✓ Confirm the correct variation form
Applying for a permit for a different entity
Separate application may be needed
✓ Check the entity’s registration status
Deadline or filing window
Exact renewal timing is not confirmed in the official source; check your current permit expiry date and submit before it lapses.
Before you submit
- 1Enter the officeholder’s personal details as listed on the registered organisation.
- 2Provide the permit holder’s name and contact details.
- 3Include any additional contact person if applicable.
- 4Attach all supporting documents referenced in the application.
- 5Send copies of any new material to all other parties or their representatives.
- 6Provide a copy of this privacy notice to any third party whose information you are supplying.
- 7Confirm you have consent or lawful basis to share third‑party personal information.
- 8Check that the form is signed by an authorised officer of the organisation.
- 9Verify the correct submission address (GPO Box 1994, Melbourne) or online portal.
How to file this form
- 1Download Form F42D from the Fair Work Commission website (www.fwc.gov.au).
- 2Complete all sections with accurate personal information for the officeholder, permit holder and contact person.
- 3Attach any required supporting documents and the privacy notice.
- 4If filing by post, send the completed form to GPO Box 1994, Melbourne VIC 3001; if filing online, use the Fair Work Commission portal.
- 5Keep a signed copy and receipt of submission for your records.
- 6Monitor your email or mail for an acknowledgement from the Commission.
- 7If you attend in person, be aware that CCTV may record your visit.
Known limitations
- 1The form is only for renewing an existing entry permit, not for new permits.
- 2Personal information may be disclosed to other parties, published on the Commission’s website, or used in public resources.
- 3Third‑party sources (courts, media, public) may be consulted by the Commission.
- 4Hearings are audio‑ and video‑recorded and may be transcribed.
- 5The Commission may share information overseas if a party or representative is based outside Australia.
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Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The form’s privacy notice was published on 20 August 2024 and the form is titled ‘Application to renew a current entry permit’. It remains the current form for renewing entry permits.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the privacy notice date (20 Aug 2024) is the latest version.
- Check whether the list of third‑party sources has been updated.
- Verify that the form title still reads ‘Application to renew a current entry permit’.
- Ensure any new privacy obligations introduced after August 2024 are reflected.
- Review any changes to the address for submission (GPO Box 1994, Melbourne).
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Sources
- SRCForm title includes ‘Application to renew a current entry permit’confirmed in source.
- SRCPrivacy notice publication date is 20 August 2024confirmed in source.
- SRCCommission collects personal information about the officeholder, permit holder and contact personconfirmed in source.
- SRCThird‑party sources listed (courts, media, public, etc.)confirmed in source.
- SRCCommission may record hearings on audio and videoconfirmed in source.
- SRCSubmission address: GPO Box 1994, Melbourne VIC 3001confirmed in source.
- SRCRequirement to provide copies to other partiesconfirmed in source.
- SRCPotential overseas disclosure if parties are abroadconfirmed in source.
Common confusion points
Assuming the form can be used for a brand‑new permit instead of a renewal.
Omitting the privacy notice for individuals whose data you are providing.
Failing to send copies of new material to other parties, leading to forced forwarding by the Commission.
Not providing the officeholder’s details, which the Commission requires.
Overlooking the requirement to sign the form as an authorised officer.
Submitting to the wrong address or portal.
Thinking the form is confidential when parts may be published publicly.
Not checking whether the privacy notice date is the latest version.
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