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Form F74: Application for cancellation of registration
This Australian government form from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) is for people named as having engaged in workplace bullying. You use it when someone has alleged you bullied them at work, asked the FWC to make an order, and they've asked you to respond.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F74 - Application for cancellation of registration
This Australian government form from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) is for people named as having engaged in workplace bullying. You use it when someone has alleged you bullied them at work, asked the FWC to make an order, and they've asked you to respond.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Most common mistake: Not sending a copy of your completed form to all people involved in the case (worker, employer, others named) by the due date.
- 2Not meeting the submission deadline
- 3Failing to provide complete employer/workplace details
- 4Forgetting to send copies of your form to all involved parties (worker, employer, others named)
- 5Not signing the form before submitting
Plain English
It's a way to tell your side of a workplace bullying claim if the Fair Work Commission asks you to. Just fill out your details, say who represents you (if anyone), and give info about your job. You don't have to send it back, but if you do, make sure to by the date in their letter.
Submission Date
- Filing date: You must submit it by the due date mentioned in the letter from the Fair Work Commission that asked you to fill out this form. Delays could affect how the case proceeds.
- 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 this form if someone has alleged you bullied them at work.
- They’ve asked the Fair Work Commission to make an order stopping the bullying, and
- The FWC asked you to respond to their claims.
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Situation
Why it matters
✓ Check before you continue
If you need to apply about something else (not bullying), check other FWC forms.
Make sure the issue is workplace bullying; otherwise use a different form.
✓ Confirm your situation matches this form's purpose.
If you're the worker making the application, use Form F72 instead.
This form is for people named as having engaged in bullying—use it only if that applies to you.
✓ Verify you are not the applicant (the person who made the allegation).
If you need help with a different Fair Work Commission matter, contact their website for guidance.
This form is specific to bullying responses; other issues require separate forms.
✓ Check if your issue involves workplace bullying.
Fair Work Commission general resources
Deadline or filing window
You must submit this form by the specific due date given in the Fair Work Commission letter that asked you to fill it out. Missing this deadline could delay the case.
Before you submit
- 1Check all required fields are filled out (name, email, phone, address).
- 2If you have a representative, provide their correct details (name, firm, ABN if applicable).
- 3Confirm you've sent copies of this form to the worker, employer, and any other parties involved by the due date using information from Form F72.
- 4Read the Privacy notice before signing—understand what personal info will be collected.
- 5If you need an interpreter, indicate so in question 4; otherwise leave it as no.
How to file this form
- 1Gather your contact details (name, email, phone, address).
- 2Fill out sections about yourself and any representative.
- 3Provide employer/principal details if applicable.
- 4Sign the form—use electronic signature if possible, or type your name.
- 5Submit via email to [email protected] or post/in person at the Fair Work Commission office in your state/territory.
Known limitations
- 1The Fair Work Commission staff can't give legal advice (p.2).
- 2If you want a lawyer or paid agent as representative, you may need permission from the Commission Member (p.4).
- 3Information about keeping cases confidential is on their website—check before sharing sensitive details.
- 4This form is only for responding to bullying allegations; it won't apply if your issue isn't workplace bullying.
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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->Form F74 is approved by the Fair Work Commission and will be effective from 25 September 2025.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Form F74 is now approved with effect from 25 September 2025—use the latest version.
- Submission methods include email ([email protected]) or post/in-person; match your method to the due date in the letter you received.
- You must send copies of your form to all parties listed using contact details from Form F72—if not, the Commission will act so others can understand your side.
- If you're concerned about sharing specific information, send the form first then contact us to discuss confidentiality options.
- After everyone submits their forms, a Member decides next steps (like conciliation or hearing)—be ready for this stage.
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Sources
- SRCSubmission methods include email to [email protected] or post/in person at state/territory office (confirmed from p.1).
- SRCCopies must be sent to the worker, employer, and others involved by due date using Form F72 contact details (confirmed from p.1).
- SRCThe form's effective date is 25 September 2025 (confirmed from p.2/p.4).
- SRCA representative is different from a support person (confirmed from p.4).
- SRCEmployer/principal details are required if applicable (p.6 confirmed)
Common confusion points
Mistaking a "representative" (lawyer/union official) with a "support person" (family/friend) (p.4).
Forgetting to send copies of this form to all parties involved by the due date using Form F72 contact details (p.1).
Not checking if you need an interpreter for non-English speakers (p.4).
Using this form when you're not named as having engaged in bullying—use it only if that applies.
Not providing accurate employer/principal information, which may delay processing.
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