Bronson and May (No.3)

In Bronson and May (No.3), heard by Judge Burchardt, the proceedings concerned parenting orders for two children, [X] and [Y]. The dispute revolved around the arrangements for the children's living situation, time spent with each parent, and communication.

The court was required to determine the specific orders concerning parental responsibility, the children's residence, and the nature and extent of the father's time with the children. Additionally, the court needed to address the supervision of the father's time with the children, the role of the Independent Children's Lawyer (ICL), and the need for reports from professionals regarding the father's progress and attendance. The court also considered injunctive relief to prevent denigration of one parent by the other in the presence of the children, and the requirement for both parents to complete a Parenting Orders Program.

The court made orders granting the mother sole parental responsibility and the children's residence with her. The father was granted specific, supervised time with the children, including alternate Sundays and telephone contact, with arrangements for supervision by Ms B, and a contingency for Mr C. Injunctions were imposed restraining both parents from denigrating the other to or in the presence of the children. The court also ordered the ICL to seek a report from the father's treating psychologist and for both parents to attend a Parenting Orders Program. The orders included a fact sheet detailing obligations and consequences of contravention, and noted that any supervision by Mr C was intended as a stop-gap measure. The matter was adjourned to a future date.