DARLEY & DARLEY

In the matter of *Darley & Darley*, Hogan J of the Family Court of Australia considered interim parenting orders concerning two children. The dispute involved differing proposals for the children's time with their father. The mother sought significantly restricted contact, proposing only one day per month and no time during school holidays, while the father and the Independent Children’s Lawyer advocated for continued alternate weekend and half school holiday arrangements.

The court was required to determine the appropriate interim parenting arrangements for the children, specifically addressing the extent of time the children should spend with their father, including during school holidays. Additionally, the court considered and ruled on the mother's oral application for sole parental responsibility.

Hogan J determined that the children should spend time with the father on alternate weekends and for a week during school holidays, provided the father could confirm he had leave from work for that period. This decision reflected a balance between the father's desire for continued contact and the mother's concerns, with a conditional approach to school holiday time. The mother's application for sole parental responsibility was dismissed by the court.