Newman and Olson

In the matter of Newman and Olson, Hogan J considered parenting orders concerning two children, R and T, born in 2007. The dispute involved the arrangements for the children's living situation, parental responsibility, and communication with each parent.

The court was required to determine the most appropriate parenting orders for the children, specifically addressing where they would live, who would hold parental responsibility for major long-term issues, and the nature of their time and communication with each parent. The court also considered the role of an Independent Children's Lawyer and the practical arrangements for accessing information regarding the children's schooling and medical treatment.

Hogan J discharged all previous parenting orders and parenting plans. The court ordered that the children live with the father and that the father have sole parental responsibility for major long-term issues. The children were to spend time and communicate with the mother at all times as agreed between the parties. The orders also provided for each parent, at their own expense, to obtain copies of school reports and other schooling documents, and to contact medical and allied health practitioners to obtain information about the children's treatment. The father was also directed to advise the mother immediately of any emergency medical treatment required by the children. Finally, the order for the appointment of an Independent Children's Lawyer was discharged.