MAGRI & GALLO

In the matter of *Magri & Gallo*, heard by Judge Middleton, the dispute concerned parenting arrangements for two children of the relationship. While it was agreed that the children would live with their mother, there was a lack of verbal communication between the parents. Allegations of family violence in the father's household were also a significant factor, leading to the court's determination of whether parental responsibility should be equal shared or sole.

The court was required to determine the issue of parental responsibility, specifically whether it should be equal shared or sole. Additionally, the court needed to establish specific parenting orders regarding the children's living arrangements, time spent with each parent, communication protocols, and restrictions on certain behaviours to ensure the children's welfare and safety. The matter of costs was reserved, with no orders made at the time of the decision.

Judge Middleton ordered that all existing parenting orders be discharged and that the mother have sole parental responsibility for the children. The mother was directed to inform the father by email of any intended decisions regarding parental responsibility, seek his input, and consider his views before making a final decision. The court also made detailed orders concerning the children's time with the father, including specific arrangements for weekends, school holidays, and public holidays, with certain conditions attached to the father's holiday time. Further orders addressed communication between the parents, including the use of email and text messages, notification of changes in contact details, and reporting of serious illness, hospitalisation, or accidents. The court also imposed injunctions restraining both parents from denigrating the other, physically disciplining the children, and the father specifically from locking children in rooms or exposing them to family violence. Provisions were also made for international travel with the children and the appointment of the registrar to execute documents if a parent refused to do so. No order was made as to costs.