LASSETER & LASSETER

In *Lasseeter & Lasseeter*, Forrest J considered parenting arrangements for the child, K. The dispute concerned the terms of orders regarding K's living arrangements and parental responsibility, with the parties ultimately agreeing to the terms of the court's orders.

The court was required to determine the best interests of the child, K, in relation to shared parental responsibility and the specific arrangements for K to spend time with each parent. The orders reflect the court's consideration of K's meaningful relationship with both parents and the objective of ensuring equal shared responsibility for major long-term decisions.

The court's reasoning, as evidenced by the consent orders, focused on establishing a framework for shared parental responsibility and a detailed schedule for K's time with each parent. This included provisions for major long-term decisions such as education, religion, and health, requiring consultation and genuine effort to reach joint decisions. Day-to-day decisions were to be made by the parent with whom K was residing. The orders also set out a complex, rotating schedule for K's living arrangements, designed to accommodate the father's work roster, alongside provisions for communication, exchange of information, and specific arrangements for birthdays and holidays.

By consent, the court discharged all previous orders and made detailed orders regarding parental responsibility and parenting arrangements for the child, K. The court also made orders concerning the exchange of information, medical appointments, schooling, overseas travel, personal possessions, a post-separation parenting course, and costs.