BAGINSKI & MEDVITZ

In *Baginski & Medvitz*, heard by Rees J, the mother sought a variation to the supervised time arrangements for the child, X, citing concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. A dispute existed between the parties regarding the frequency of supervised time, with the mother contending that regular time with her was in X's best interests.

The court was required to determine the appropriate interim parenting orders, specifically addressing the frequency and nature of the child's time with each parent, and the conditions under which such time should occur, particularly in light of public health restrictions and the mother's ongoing therapeutic treatment. The court also had to consider the supervision arrangements for the child's time with the mother and communication protocols between the parents.

Rees J applied the paramount consideration of the child's best interests in making the interim orders. The court ordered that X live with the father and spend time with the mother on specified days and weekends, with supervision by maternal grandparents or a centre. The orders included provisions for changeovers, overnight stays, and communication, including FaceTime calls, with specific restrictions on parental interference and denigration. The court also mandated that the mother undertake therapeutic treatment by a psychiatrist, with the matter to be listed for a further interim hearing thereafter.