From mccabes.com.au: The Fair Work Commission’s Stop Bullying jurisdiction rarely issues Stop Bullying Orders, with only one order made in the 2023–24 financial year out of 883 applications.

Employers often face significant costs and disruptions, as most applications are dismissed, frequently due to the applicant’s employment status despite reasonable management actions taken by employers.

Proposed legislative changes in NSW may create a new framework for handling bullying claims before they escalate into workers’ compensation matters, potentially complicating the legal landscape for employers.