Amendments to the Family Law Act in Australia (2024 and 2025): Key Parenting and Property Changes
Amendments to the Family Law Act affecting Parenting Orders The amendments to the Family Law Act in Australia in 2024 and 2025 introduced significant changes to both parenting and property matters. These amendments simplify how the courts assess what is best for children and manage property division for separating couples. The changes have been […]
Equal Shared Parental Responsibility Changes in Australia: What You Need to Know
What are the changes to “Equal Shared Parental Responsibility”? One of the most significant family law changes in Australia has been the removal of the presumption of equal shared parental responsibility. These changes came into effect in May 2024 and continue to shape parenting arrangements across the country. One of the difficulties with the presumption […]
The Importance of Dispute Resolution
The Importance of Dispute Resolution Family Dispute Resolution When the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia was established on 1 September 2021 it introduced a new Court structure and case management pathway that aimed to resolve disputes as “quickly, inexpensively and efficiently as possible.” Emphasis is placed on providing opportunities for dispute resolution […]