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This question was complicated by a number of factors. It was therefore not known whether the boys could live with him. The younger boy was living with the father, although he divided his time between the mother and father; and the daughter remained living with the mother but spent weekends with the father. The evidence was unclear as to the amount of time that the two youngest children were spending with each parent. The matter could not be resolved on the first hearing date before the trial judge and was adjourned. The father made no submissions as to alternative possible living arrangements for the boys.

Two further options were considered by the primary judge to meet the contingency that the father did not return to Australia and the boys chose not to live with the mother. They were reflected in the orders made by the trial judge, who ordered that, in the event that the father returned to Australia with the boys, they could continue to live with him.

If he did not return, the boys were to live with the mother if they chose to do so, or they could live in accommodation provided by the father together with paid supervision services, to which the mother consented in writing. Alternatively, each of the boys could live separately with the mothers of respective friends of theirs.

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Section 60B 1 — The objects of the Part are to ensure the best interests of children are met by reference to certain criteria, which include ensuring that parents fulfil their duties, and meet their responsibilities, concerning the care, welfare and development of their children. It involved a breach of the parenting orders and it had the potential to undermine the possible relationships that family members might have in the future, a matter to which the processes put in place by the orders had been directed.

It evinced an attitude towards the responsibilities of parenthood that, if left unchecked, would likely send a poor message to boys who, on the evidence, were highly impressionable. The father submitted that a dispositive parenting order could not be made before the views of the child were known concerning the particular parenting order. The High Court disagreed at [43], [44]:. It certainly would not oblige the court to do so in the case of interim, temporary arrangements and in respect of each aspect of a parenting order affecting a child.

It was relevant that the orders made for where the children would live upon their return from New York were interim orders and the arrangements temporary. Interim orders do not, of course, require as intense examination by the Court as final orders. The High Court at [46] referred to the urgency of the return of the boys to Australia, in part because the boys were due to return to their schooling in Australia. It was not necessary to seek the views of the boys on every aspect of the interim orders affecting them, which, in any event, were hardly likely to assist the Court.

The persons referred to in the order were not applicants for parenting orders.

They were persons in whose favour such orders were made on the application of the mother. The High Court agreed with these submissions. The father submitted that there was simply not enough known about those persons to justify the making of that parenting order. So this problem arises all the time, and it is not uncommon to be seeking for other jurisdictions to forgo prosecution so that the children can be returned.

So it is a real issue. A differently constituted Committee in took a different view and recommended that there be specific defences.

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This gives category D extended geographical jurisdiction to the offence so that it can be prosecuted whether or not the conduct occurred in Australia. A nexus to Australia or an Australian person is not required.

The downside is that all the decided cases and other parts of the legislation will have incorrect legislative references and any pending orders will need to be changed. This change takes effect on 23 November The above changes commenced on 26 October , except for the arrest provisions which will commence when the changes to the child abduction provisions commence — probably 25 April There will presumably be a period of confusion whilst everyone adjusts to the new numbers. One of the most significant change is probably the extension of conduct which will amount to criminal offences with respect to international child abduction.

It will be interesting to see what, if any, impact this has on the number of parents who abduct children. For lawyers, it will affect the advice given to left-behind parents who need to decide whether to push for criminal charges to be instituted. It will also impact how the return of children is voluntarily negotiated and how and whether the orders are made by overseas courts when there is a greater likelihood that the abducting parent will face criminal charges upon their return to Australia.

Other major changes are to the rights of de facto parties to commence property and maintenance proceedings and the ability of parties to tell the court that offers have been made, but not the terms of the offer. Email Jacky Campbell jcampbell fortefamilylawyers. Jacky writes extensively on complex aspects of family law and her up-to-date knowledge means that she is able to provide accurate information about the law.

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She combines this with offering strategic advice to clients and guidance as to the best approach to take in their particular circumstances. Jacky wrote her Masters thesis on the relationship of bankruptcy and family law. She continues to have a special interest in matters involving bankruptcy, insolvency, liquidation and receivership.

She is experienced with complex superannuation interests such as defined benefit funds and self managed superannuation funds. She acts for many clients who are overseas or where there is an international element such as overseas assets and international child abduction under the Hague Convention. She is also experienced in Australian and overseas surrogacy arrangements and in disputes about the role of a sperm donor. Jacky is keen to assist clients to resolve matters before trial through alternative dispute resolution processes including mediation.

She is a trained arbitrator and is an arbitrator with The Alternative Courtroom. Email Wendy Kayler-Thomson wkaylerthomson fortefamilylawyers. Wendy Kayler-Thomson is a partner of Forte Family Lawyers and has practised as a lawyer specialising in family law for 25 years.

The Family Law Section is regularly consulted by the Federal government and the Courts about changes to family law and court procedures. As a result, Wendy is able to offer her clients the most up to date advice on family law and strategies to take advantage of future changes. Wendy develops close and trusted relationships with her clients and the wide network of professionals that refer her work.

Wendy brings a high attention to detail, strategic advice and a depth of expert knowledge about family law. Wendy has a commercial background and has acted for many clients with complex financial arrangements.

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Wendy has undertaken extensive training in a wide range of social sciences that impact on families and their children, including family and domestic violence, parental alienation, personality disorders, drug and alcohol addiction and high conflict. Wendy has particular expertise in cases where one parent wants to relocate with the children interstate or overseas. At the request of the Federal Attorney-General, the Australian Law Reform Commission is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of family law and the family law system in Australia. Email Bronwyn Drummond bdrummond fortefamilylawyers.

Bronwyn has worked exclusively in the area of family law for over 20 years and became an Accredited Family Law Specialist in Before joining Forte Family Lawyers in , Bronwyn worked in a city firm for over 8 years and an inner suburban firm for over 11 years. Bronwyn also worked as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner between and , before returning to family law. Having a strong interest in mediation and alternative dispute resolution, Bronwyn is committed to assisting her clients resolve matters in an amicable and cost effective manner and without litigation if possible.

After starting as a lawyer in a generalist legal practice, Daniel worked as a business development and business management consultant for two years.

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In , Daniel returned to private legal practice and has since worked exclusively as a family lawyer. Daniel worked in two Melbourne law firms before joining Forte Family Lawyers. Daniel has experience in all aspects of family law, with particular expertise in relocation cases, parenting matters, complex property disputes and de facto relationship cases, and child support.

Daniel has a commercial approach to settling property disputes and works closely with his clients to achieve a swift and equitable outcome for his clients. Daniel focuses on finding practical solutions to help minimise the effects a separation may have on his clients and their children.

Email Kristy Haranas kharanas fortefamilylawyers. Kristy joined the team at Forte Family Lawyers in Kristy has worked in a range of practice areas including several years in family law in Queensland and also as a lawyer for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. Kristy gained valuable commercial experience at ASIC, which she now applies to her work in family law financial cases.

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