Li and Kong

In *Li and Kong*, the applicant, Li, sought an extension of time to appeal a final order made by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The respondent, Kong, opposed the application. The matter came before Judge Burchardt.

The primary legal issue before the Court was whether to grant an extension of time pursuant to s.44(6) of the *Family Law Act 1975* (Cth) to allow Li to file an appeal against the final orders. This required the Court to consider the principles governing the exercise of discretion to grant such extensions, particularly in the context of family law proceedings.

Judge Burchardt dismissed the application for an extension of time. The reasons for this decision are not detailed in the provided text, but the outcome indicates that the Court found insufficient grounds to exercise its discretion in favour of the applicant. The Court's decision was to refuse the extension of time sought.