Firentes and Teung

The case of *Firentes and Teung* involved a dispute between a father and mother concerning the parenting arrangements for their child, B. The matter was heard by Foster J.

The court was required to determine the parenting orders that would be in the best interests of the child, B. This included establishing the nature of parental responsibility, the child's living arrangements with each parent, and provisions for holidays and significant events. The court also considered the need for the parents to attend a counselling program and the preparation of a Family Report to inform future decisions.

Foster J ordered that the interim orders be discharged and that the parents have equal shared parental responsibility for B. The court set out a detailed schedule for when the child would live with each parent, including specific arrangements during school terms and holidays. The orders also mandated that both parents attend a "Keeping Contact Program" and provide proof of completion. Furthermore, the court directed that a Family Report be prepared by a family consultant, with specific areas of focus including the child's relationship with both parents, protection from harm, the impact of any changes in circumstances, and the parents' capacity to provide for the child's needs. The matter was adjourned for further directions following the release of the Family Report.