PABST & DOKIC

This matter came before Watts J concerning parenting orders for a child born in 2008. The dispute involved the parents' responsibilities and arrangements for the child's care, health, education, and time spent with each parent.

The court was required to determine the extent of equal shared parental responsibility, the specific living arrangements for the child, the allocation of time between the parents during school terms and holidays, and the arrangements for the child's health and developmental needs, including paediatric, speech, and occupational therapy. Further issues included the child's schooling, communication protocols between the parents, and provisions for interstate and international travel with the child. The court also addressed orders concerning the child's safety, parental conduct, and the costs associated with the proceedings and professional services.

Watts J ordered that previous parenting orders be discharged and that the parties have equal shared parental responsibility for the child. The child was ordered to live with the father, with specific time arrangements for the mother during school terms and holidays. The court made detailed orders regarding the child's attendance at paediatric, speech, and occupational therapy, with costs to be shared equally. Provisions were made for the child's schooling, including attendance at a specific community school. The orders also stipulated communication arrangements between the parents and the child, and outlined conditions for interstate and international travel with the child, including notice periods and potential security requirements. Furthermore, the court made orders restraining physical discipline and derogatory comments about the other parent in the child's presence, and directed the parties to engage in communication therapy. Finally, orders were made concerning the payment of outstanding professional fees and costs associated with the Independent Children's Lawyer.