Maclennan and Sadbery

In the matter of *Maclennan and Sadbery*, heard before Judge Curtain, the dispute concerned parenting orders for three children, X, Y, and Z. The proceedings sought to determine the future living arrangements and parental responsibilities for these children.

The court was required to determine the most appropriate parenting orders, considering the best interests of the children. This involved assessing the level of parental responsibility each parent should have, where the children should live, and the nature and extent of any time the children should spend with the father. The court also had to consider the specific needs of the children, particularly Z, and the role of medical professionals in their care.

Judge Curtain ordered the discharge of all prior parenting orders. The mother was granted sole parental responsibility for X, Y, and Z, with the children to live with her. Crucially, Z was to spend no time with the father. X and Y were permitted to spend supervised time with the father, if they wished, subject to arrangements made between the parents and the children. The father was to bear the expense of obtaining educational information for Y and Z. Both parents were ordered to notify each other of any changes to contact details within 24 hours. The mother was directed to ensure the children continued to attend their medical specialists, therapists, and counsellors, comply with their advice, and administer prescribed medication. The Independent Children’s Lawyer's appointment was discharged, except in relation to any appeal.