On 29 September 2024, the worker received a text message from management assuring him that his pay would be up to date by the end of the week and promising to focus on outstanding superannuation issues.
Despite these assurances, the promised payments failed to materialise, intensifying the worker’s concerns about the company’s financial viability.
Payment demands yield inadequate responses
On 9 October 2024, the worker sent an email requesting an update regarding his wages, which were 13 days overdue.
He subsequently received one payment, but two weeks of salary remained outstanding, demonstrating the inadequate nature of the employer’s response.
The worker escalated his approach on 13 October 2024 by sending a formal demand letter requesting payment of outstanding wages within seven days.