David Hingst, 56, sought a $1.8 million (£970,000) suit against his former employer last year saying his colleague, Greg Short, would “lift his bum and fart” on him up to six times a day.

The Supreme Court of Victoria found there was no bullying. 

Mr Hingst said the flatulence had caused him “severe stress” and appealed the decision. 

Mr Short said he didn’t particularly recall breaking wind near Mr Hingst but “may have done it once or twice, maybe”.

However, he denied he was doing it “with the intention of distressing or harassing” Mr Hingst.

The Court of Appeal this week heard Mr Hingst would refer to Mr Short as “Mr Stinky” and sprayed deodorant at him. 

The court will deliver its ruling on Friday.