RADEL & RADEL

In the matter of *Radel & Radel*, Judge Spelleken of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia made orders concerning property settlement and costs between a husband and wife. The proceedings involved a default hearing, where the husband had appeared but failed to file required documents.

The court was required to determine the division of various assets, including real property, a company, a trust, shares, bank accounts, motor vehicles, and superannuation entitlements. The court also needed to address the issue of costs.

The court's reasoning and the legal principles applied are reflected in the detailed orders made. These orders effect a division of property, with specific provisions for the transfer of interests in real estate, company shares, and other assets. The husband was ordered to pay a significant sum to the wife in consideration for the transfer of the former matrimonial home and to indemnify the wife against liabilities arising from the company and trust. The court also made specific orders regarding the division of superannuation entitlements pursuant to section 90XT of the *Family Law Act 1975*.

The court ordered that the husband pay the wife's costs fixed at $7,400.00, to be paid contemporaneously with a property transfer. Provisions were made for the appointment of a Registrar to execute documents in the event of a party's default, and for liberty to apply regarding the implementation or enforcement of the orders. All outstanding applications were dismissed.