GRAINGER & GRAINGER

In the matter of *Grainger & Grainger*, heard by Tree J, the dispute concerned parenting orders for a child, L. The proceedings involved the mother and the father, with the Independent Children's Lawyer playing a significant role in the court's determinations.

The court was required to determine the appropriate orders concerning the mother's participation in a parenting program, the maternal grandmother's involvement in such a program, and the arrangements for communication and counselling between the parents regarding the child's wellbeing. Further issues included the appointment of a Family Consultant, the potential cross-examination of a Family Report Writer, and the scheduling of the resumed trial.

Tree J made orders requiring the mother to enrol in and complete a Parenting Orders Program, and to use her best endeavours to ensure the maternal grandmother also completed such a program. The mother and father were ordered to seek assistance from a Family Consultant for communication regarding their child, with the consultant's identity to be determined by the Independent Children's Lawyer in consultation with the parties. Liberty to apply was granted for any party wishing to cross-examine the Family Report Writer. The trial was adjourned to resume in the first half of 2015, with directions for the filing of further material. Certain prior consent orders were discharged, and specific applications made by the father were dismissed.