BRENNER & BRENNER

In the matter of *Brenner & Brenner*, Judge Kelly considered a dispute concerning the relationship between two children, X and Y, and their maternal grandmother. The proceedings involved the parents of the children and the maternal grandmother, with the central issue being the extent of the children's contact with their grandmother.

The court was required to determine the appropriate arrangements for the children's time with their maternal grandmother, balancing the children's best interests with the existing family dynamics and potential conflicts. This involved considering the nature of the relationship between the children and their grandmother, as well as the impact of extended family conflict on the children.

Judge Kelly's reasoning focused on the paramount consideration of the children's best interests, as mandated by the *Family Law Act 1975*. The court ordered that the children live with their mother and father, who retain parental responsibility. Specific, limited time with the maternal grandmother was prescribed, occurring on the third Saturday of each school term and the first Saturday of each school holiday period. The court also imposed orders restraining both the grandmother and the parents from denigrating each other in the presence of the children and from discussing the proceedings with them. Provisions were made for the grandmother and extended family to send cards, letters, or gifts on special occasions and once per school term, with specific handover arrangements and delivery protocols established. All proceedings were dismissed as finalised.