Beyer and Varnir

In *Beyer and Varnir*, the Supreme Court of Queensland was asked to determine a dispute concerning the welfare of a child. The proceedings involved the Department of Communities (Child Safety Services) and the parties identified as Beyer and Varnir.

The central legal issue before the Court was whether the Department of Communities (Child Safety Services) should be ordered to pay the costs of the proceedings.

Watts J made no order for costs against the Department of Communities (Child Safety Services).