Finch

In the matter of *Finch*, Hogan J considered an application by the Applicant for leave to file an Initiating Application seeking specific orders regarding parental access to a child. The dispute concerned the practical arrangements for the father's access to the child, including pickup and drop-off locations and times, particularly during school term breaks and the Christmas holiday period. The Applicant also sought orders relating to the child's travel arrangements and communication protocols between the parents.

The court was required to determine whether to grant the Applicant leave to pursue the proposed orders concerning parental access. This involved assessing the proposed arrangements for their suitability and practicality in facilitating the father's access to the child. Additionally, the court had to consider and rule upon other applications filed by the Applicant, including an Application in a Case and applications for leave to commence proceedings for contravention.

Hogan J granted the Applicant leave to file an Initiating Application for orders substantially in terms of those proposed, which included specific arrangements for access at Town E train station during school term breaks and the Christmas holiday, as well as provisions for other agreed access times. The court also made orders dismissing the Applicant's other filed applications, including the Application in a Case and the applications for leave to commence proceedings for contravention.