Berryman and Jones and Anor

This matter concerned an application for final orders regarding the care and welfare of a child, C, born in April 2005. The proceedings were before Bell J. The orders detail arrangements for the child to live with the paternal grandmother, who was granted sole responsibility for decision-making concerning C. The orders also set out specific, detailed arrangements for the mother and the father to spend time with and communicate with the child, including provisions for telephone contact and holiday periods, with some variations depending on the mother's future residence.

The court was required to determine the living arrangements for the child, the allocation of decision-making responsibility, and the nature and extent of contact between the child and both parents. Additionally, the court considered whether to grant an injunction restraining the mother from bringing the child into contact with a specific individual, Mr A. The orders also included provisions for communication between the paternal grandmother and the child during periods of contact with either parent, and addressed potential future changes to the orders should the mother return to Brisbane.

Bell J made orders reflecting a comprehensive plan for the child's care. The paternal grandmother was designated as the primary caregiver with sole decision-making authority. The orders established a detailed schedule for the mother's and father's time with the child, aiming to balance parental involvement with the child's stability and well-being. An injunction was granted as sought, restraining the mother from contact with Mr A. The court also included provisions for information sharing between parties and outlined the consequences of contravening the orders, referencing specific sections of relevant legislation.