Isaac and Isaac (No.2)

This matter came before Judge O’Sullivan of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia concerning parenting arrangements for two children. The dispute involved the father (Applicant) and the mother (Respondent).

The court was required to determine the future arrangements for the children, taking into account the orders sought by both parents. The court also considered the potential intervention of the Department of Human Services Victoria in the proceedings.

Judge O’Sullivan granted leave for the Respondent’s former solicitor to withdraw. The court then directed the Applicant to file and serve any amended application and supporting affidavit within 14 days, followed by the Respondent filing and serving any amended response and supporting affidavit within a further 14 days. Crucially, the court requested the Department of Human Services Victoria to provide a report with recommendations for the children's future arrangements, considering the parents' respective orders sought. Furthermore, the court requested the Department to intervene in the proceedings pursuant to section 91B of the *Family Law Act 1975*, and to be provided with relevant documentation upon request. The matter was adjourned for a mention on 26 February 2015, with the question of the Applicant’s costs reserved. The orders also included particulars of obligations and consequences of contravention pursuant to s 65DA(2) of the *Family Law Act 1975*.