Reagan and Wentworth

In the matter of Reagan and Wentworth, Hannam J considered orders relating to a child, M. The dispute concerned the child's schooling and holiday arrangements, as well as procedural directions for an upcoming trial.

The court was required to determine the appropriate school for M to commence in 2017, discharging a previous order to the contrary. Additionally, the court needed to vary existing holiday orders for the Christmas 2016/17 period to facilitate time with the mother. Finally, the court set out detailed procedural directions to ensure the efficient preparation and conduct of the trial.

Hannam J reasoned that the child's enrolment in N Public School was in M's best interests, leading to the discharge of the prior order. The court also adjusted the holiday schedule to allow for specific periods of time with the mother. The extensive procedural orders addressed the filing of evidence, the preparation of chronologies and outlines of case, the attendance of a court expert, and the listing of the matter for a readiness check, all aimed at ensuring the trial could proceed effectively and in accordance with the relevant rules of court.

The court made specific orders regarding the child's schooling, holiday time, and the comprehensive procedural steps to be taken by both parties and the Independent Children's Lawyer in preparation for the trial.