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Arrangements for children

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Can I make arrangements for my children without going to court?

Can I make arrangements for my children without going to court?

Family Dispute Resolution (mediation)

Family Dispute Resolution (mediation)

How does the court make decisions about children?

How does the court make decisions about children?

How does the court consider domestic and family violence?

How does the court consider domestic and family violence?

What is an Independent Children's Lawyer?

What is an Independent Children's Lawyer?

Can I make arrangements for children when there's a Domestic Violence Order?

Can I make arrangements for children when there's a Domestic Violence Order?

How does supervised time with children work?

How does supervised time with children work?

Can I move away with the children?

Can I move away with the children?

What can I do if the other parent won't return our child?

What can I do if the other parent won't return our child?

I'm scared my child will be taken overseas without my permission

I'm scared my child will be taken overseas without my permission

What happens if a parent doesn't follow Parenting Orders?

What happens if a parent doesn't follow Parenting Orders?

How can I change Parenting Orders?

How can I change Parenting Orders?

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