Madison & Madison

In the matter of *Madison & Madison*, heard by Barry J of the Family Court of Australia, the applicant, Ms Madison, sought orders concerning the welfare of the children. The dispute involved allegations of "systems abuse" and the need for updated reports and counselling for the children.

The court was required to determine the necessity and manner of providing counselling for the children, and to order the preparation of an updated family report. Additionally, the court needed to address arrangements for supervised changeovers and the disclosure of documents obtained via subpoena.

By consent, the court ordered the preparation of a family report by Mr F, who was directed to consider the necessity and appropriate provision of ongoing counselling for the children. Mr F was granted leave to access specific reports and subpoenaed materials, and the parties were ordered to facilitate the children's attendance at appointments for the report. The court also ordered supervised changeovers at a designated contact centre, with detailed provisions for assessment, compliance, and potential variations to the arrangements. Further orders included a hair analysis test for the mother and the setting of trial dates.