DOAN & LOCK

In the Family Court of Australia, Baumann J made orders concerning the time a child, born in 2011, would spend with their father. The dispute involved the specific arrangements for the child's time with the father, including details of dates, times, and locations for changeovers.

The court was required to determine the specific schedule for the child's time with the father, encompassing both weekend and mid-week arrangements, as well as holiday periods. Additionally, the court set directions for the final hearing of the proceedings, including deadlines for the filing and service of evidence, case outlines, and the availability of a Family Report Writer for cross-examination.

Baumann J's reasoning focused on establishing a clear and practical schedule for the child's time with the father, detailing the commencement and conclusion of each period of time, and specifying the locations for changeovers. The court also issued procedural directions to ensure the efficient progression of the matter towards a final hearing, including provisions for remote appearances and the availability of interpreters. The Independent Children's Lawyer was granted liberty to apply.