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Sydney trader sacked for working from Singapore without permission wins unfair dismissal case
Publication: World news | The Guardian
Author: Nino Bucci Courts and justice reporter
Source published: 09/10/2026, 05:55:27 UTC
Briefing created: 09/10/2026, 06:25:55 UTC
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Briefings
A Sydney currency trader named Charles Graham was dismissed by HIFX Australia for working from Singapore without permission, but the Fair Work Commission ruled against him, denying compensation. The case was heard in December last year, and the commission found the dismissal unfair despite the employee's claim of working from home in Bali. The ruling occurred on Wednesday, October 9, 2026, and the outcome remains final as of the report's publication.
Key points
- Charles Graham, a Sydney currency trader for HIFX Australia (Xe), was dismissed in December last year for working from Singapore without approval.
- The Fair Work Commission ruled against Graham, finding the dismissal unfair and denying him compensation for the unfair dismissal case.
Context and limitations
The report covers a specific Sydney currency trader case heard in December 2025, with the ruling issued on Wednesday, October 9, 2026. Evidence is limited to the provided text, which does not include details about the employee's prior employment history, the specific reasons for the dismissal, or the full scope of the compensation dispute.
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