Fedele and Fedele

In *Fedele and Fedele*, heard by Young J, the parties sought consent orders to resolve their financial and parenting matters. The dispute concerned the division of property, including real estate, a motor vehicle, superannuation, and company assets, as well as the husband's liability for certain loans and debts. The parenting aspect of the dispute involved arrangements for the children of the marriage, T and G.

The court was required to determine the terms of the consent orders, which encompassed the payment of a lump sum by the husband to the wife, the transfer of property and assets, the discharge of a mortgage, and the division of superannuation. Additionally, the court needed to establish shared parental responsibility for major long-term issues and day-to-day care of the children, including a detailed two-week cycle for their living arrangements, holiday arrangements, and provisions for birthdays and special days. The orders also addressed communication, medical information, and the introduction of new extra-curricular activities for the children.

The court made orders by consent, reflecting the agreement of the parties. These orders included the husband paying the wife $750,000 by a specified date, with provisions for the sale of real property and the application of proceeds if payment was not made. The husband was to indemnify the wife against mortgage payments and other outgoings, and refinance the mortgage to release her from liability. The wife was to transfer her interest in a motor vehicle and resign from a company, with the husband retaining company assets and being responsible for its debts. The parties' superannuation was to be divided, with the wife receiving $50,000. The court also discharged previous parenting orders and established new arrangements for shared parental responsibility and the children's living schedule, including provisions for holidays, birthdays, and communication. The orders were intended to finally determine the parties' financial and other relationships.