Cranmer and Tiyce

This matter concerned parenting orders made by Le Poer Trench J. The dispute involved the father's time with the child, B, and the mother's ability to suspend overnight time under certain circumstances.

The court was required to determine the specific arrangements for the father's time with B, including weekday after-school periods, weekend time, and overnight stays. It also needed to consider the conditions under which the mother could suspend the overnight portion of the father's time with B, the process for resolving disputes regarding B's adjustment to overnight stays, and the arrangements for special days such as birthdays and Christmas.

The court made detailed orders regarding the father's time with B, which were to suspend prior inconsistent orders. These orders stipulated that the father must provide his work roster to the mother, who would then elect specific days for the father to spend time with B for three-month periods. The mother was given the right to suspend the overnight portion of the father's time if she believed B was unable to cope, requiring consultation with a Dr E and implementation of their recommendations. If the mother suspended overnight time, she was to provide reasons and arrange for replacement full-day access, and the father retained liberty to relist the matter if he disagreed with the arrangements. Specific provisions were also made for weekday after-school time, weekend time, and extended periods, with detailed arrangements for changeovers and communication.