Camino and Camino

In the matter of *Camino and Camino*, Young J of the Family Court of Australia made orders concerning the parenting arrangements for a child, J, born in July 1996. The proceedings involved applications relating to the child and parenting issues, as well as financial matters.

The court was required to determine the living arrangements for J, the nature of parental responsibility, and the time J would spend with each parent. Additionally, the court considered the role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer and the necessity of a Family Report. The court also addressed the dismissal or adjournment of various applications before it.

Young J ordered that J live with the wife and that both parents retain equal shared parental responsibility, with the wife having day-to-day care. J was to spend time with the husband each Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with further time to be agreed. The appointment of the Independent Children’s Lawyer was discharged, and the preparation of a Family Report was stayed. Most child and parenting applications were dismissed, while other extant applications were adjourned. The court also made orders regarding service of the orders, updated financial statements, and disclosure from a superannuation fund.