Category: Parenting Arrangements
When is the Right Time for Child-Inclusive Mediation, And How Do You Prepare?
May 29, 2026
When is the right time for child inclusive mediation? Learn how parents can prepare emotionally and practically to support their children after separation.
Read More → The Benefits of Child-Inclusive Mediation
May 29, 2026
Discover how child inclusive mediation helps reduce conflict, strengthen parent child relationships, and create a more stable, supportive environment for children after separation.
Read More → What Does a “Genuine Attempt” Look Like in Mediation?
May 14, 2026
What does a genuine attempt in mediation really mean? Learn how meaningful participation, open communication, and a willingness to engage can support better outcomes in ...
Read More → Changes to Parental Responsibility: Understanding the Recent Amendments to the Family Law Act
September 5, 2025
The Family Law Act has undergone significant changes, effective 6 May 2024, which redefine parental responsibility in family law proceedings.
Read More → Navigating New Family Law Amendments: A Guide for Recently Separated Parents
August 15, 2025
The recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975, effective 6 May 2024, have brought significant changes to how parenting matters are decided in Australia. ...
Read More → Understanding the Rice v Asplund Rule: A Guide to Changing a Parenting Order
August 15, 2025
One of the most pivotal rules affecting parenting orders is the “Rice v Asplund Rule,” recently codified in the Family Law Act as section 65DAAA. ...
Read More → A Case Study: Navigating New Norms in Parental Responsibility
June 20, 2025
Recent changes to the Family Law Act clarify parental responsibility and aim to better support children’s best interests in family law matters.
Read More → Will the Independent Children’s Lawyer Meet My Child? Understanding the New Amendments to the Family Law Act
May 1, 2025
Changes to the Family Law Act now give children a stronger voice in family law matters. If you're navigating separation, here’s what to know about ...
Read More → A Case Study: The Rice v Asplund Rule and It’s Impact on Parenting Orders
March 19, 2025
Learn how the Rice v Asplund Rule impacts parenting orders and when courts can reconsider custody arrangements. Understand its legal implications in our case study.
Read More → A Case Study: The Role of Independent Children’s Lawyers in Protecting Vulnerable Children
January 13, 2025
Discover how the Family Law Act amendments, effective 6 May 2024, enhance children's voices in legal proceedings while prioritising their safety and well-being.
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