Ballantyne and Sands

In the matter of *Ballantyne and Sands*, heard before Judge Phipps, the dispute concerned the division of property and the resolution of financial matters between a husband and wife. The court was tasked with determining the appropriate orders for the distribution of various assets and liabilities.

The court was required to determine how to allocate specific items of property, including vehicles and personal belongings, between the parties. Further, the court needed to establish a mechanism for the transfer of ownership and possession of these assets, as well as address the disposition of other property and liabilities not explicitly itemised.

Judge Phipps ordered that the husband receive sole ownership and possession of a Toyota Land Cruiser and a caravan, with the wife to facilitate the transfer of the Land Cruiser's registration. Conversely, the wife was to have sole possession and ownership of a Corolla Sedan. The court also made detailed provisions regarding the collection of goods by a nominee of the husband, specifying timelines and conditions, and stipulating that the husband was not to attend the collection. In default of these arrangements, the wife was granted discretion over the goods. The orders further stipulated that each party would be solely entitled to their respective superannuation and other property, and solely liable for any liabilities associated with that property, with all other extant applications dismissed.