Disability Australian court reinstates CEO dismissed after making human rights complaint Judge found council head had “reasonably arguable” discrimination case before watchdog iStock.com/Julia Gomina Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 01 April 2026 Australia’s Federal Court has reinstated the chief executive of a Northern Territory council, ruling that her disability could have been a contributing factor in the decision to sack her. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Contracts Contract alone does not create employment relationship, FWC rules Discrimination Majority of Australia’s First Nation employees subjected to racism at work Discrimination UAE discriminated against breastfeeding mother, Australian court finds Disputes FWC finds interim CEO was an employee, not a contractor