Pallone and Pallone

In the matter of *Pallone and Pallone*, heard by Judge Betts, the parties presented a dispute concerning parenting arrangements for their child, X. The proceedings concluded with the court making orders by consent, reflecting a Terms of Settlement agreed upon by both parents.

The court was required to determine the specific terms of the parenting orders, including the child's living arrangements, time spent with each parent, and prohibitions against certain behaviours by the parents. Additionally, the court addressed the role of the child’s psychologist, the attendance of the parties at a Parenting after Separation Course, and the preparation of a Family Report by a family consultant. The court also considered the geographical location of the child's residence and the inspection of documents by the family consultant.

Judge Betts made orders by consent, discharging previous orders and establishing new arrangements for the child X to live with the Father. Specific time arrangements were set for the child to spend with the Mother during school terms. The court also issued injunctions restraining both parents from denigrating each other or discussing court proceedings with the child. The child’s psychologist was authorised to consult with the Mother regarding X's treatment. The parties were ordered to complete a Parenting after Separation Course. Crucially, the court ordered the parties and their children to attend upon a family consultant for the preparation of a Family Report, to consider various factors under the *Family Law Act 1975*, including the children's welfare, the parents' interactions, and the children's wishes. The court also restrained the Father from moving the child's residence outside a 50km radius of the child's school. The matter was adjourned for further directions and potential trial.