Bone and Gard

The matter of *Bone and Gard* came before Cronin J in the Family Court of Australia. The proceedings concerned orders relating to children, the specifics of which were resolved by the parties through consent.

The court was required to determine the terms of the consent orders and to ensure that the orders complied with relevant legislative provisions concerning parenting orders. Specifically, the court needed to address the particulars of the obligations created by the orders, the consequences of contravention, and information regarding assistance for compliance, as mandated by sections 65DA(2) and 62B of the relevant legislation.

Cronin J made orders in accordance with the minutes of proposed orders agreed upon by the parties. These minutes were sealed and attached to the court's record. The court directed that the solicitor for the father was responsible for engrossing these minutes and submitting them to the Associate within seven days. Furthermore, the court ensured that a Fact Sheet, detailing the obligations, potential consequences of contravention, and sources of assistance for compliance, was attached to the orders, thereby fulfilling the statutory requirements. The judge also ordered that their reasons for the decision be transcribed and placed on the court file.