OSBORNE & OSBORNE

This matter came before Johns J concerning parenting orders for the children B, C, and D. The dispute involved the arrangements for the children's living arrangements, time spent with each parent, and related matters. The orders were made by consent of the parties.

The court was required to determine the specific terms of parenting orders, including the discharge of previous orders, the establishment of equal shared parental responsibility, the children's primary residence, and detailed schedules for the children's time with each parent. Further issues included provisions for counselling for child B, specific arrangements for holidays and special days, and prohibitions against certain parental behaviours. The court also addressed the role of the Independent Children's Lawyer and the costs of the proceedings.

The court's reasoning was based on the consent of the parties, reflecting an agreement on the best interests of the children. The orders established a framework for shared parental responsibility and defined specific time arrangements, including weekday, weekend, and holiday periods, with provisions for flexibility and agreement between the parents. The court also made orders regarding counselling for child B, communication between parents and children, and restrictions on denigrating the other parent or discussing proceedings in the children's presence. The court also ordered the father to pay the wife's costs.