Alton and Alton

In the matter of *Alton and Alton*, heard by Judge Scarlett, the dispute concerned parenting orders for the child X. The applicant mother and respondent father sought to establish arrangements for their child's care, time spent with each parent, and decision-making responsibilities.

The court was required to determine the extent of equal shared parental responsibility, the specific living arrangements for the child, and the detailed schedule of time the child would spend with each parent during school terms, holidays, and on significant dates. Further issues included provisions for communication between the child and parents, international travel, and the exchange of the child's passport. The court also needed to address injunctions regarding parental conduct and the exchange of information concerning the child's education and medical care.

The court discharged all earlier parenting orders and established new arrangements. It ordered equal shared parental responsibility, with each parent having responsibility for day-to-day issues when the child was in their care. The child was ordered to live with the mother, with a detailed schedule outlining the child's time with the father during school terms, Christmas/January holidays, and other school breaks, including provisions for Easter and parental birthdays. The orders also included specific arrangements for changeovers, telephone contact, and international travel, along with injunctions restraining criticism of the other parent and mandating the sharing of information regarding the child's schooling and health.