Redican & Redican

In the matter of *Redican & Redican*, heard by Justice Terry, the dispute concerned parenting orders for three children: X (born 2007), Y (born 2009), and Z (born 2012). The proceedings involved Ms Redican as the applicant and Mr Redican as the respondent.

The court was required to determine the parenting arrangements for the children, specifically addressing issues of parental responsibility, where the children would live, and the time each parent would spend with them. The court also considered the children's views on their living arrangements, their relationships with each parent, and the practicalities of implementing any proposed orders, particularly in light of the geographical distance between the parents.

Justice Terry ordered the discharge of all previous parenting orders and established equal shared parental responsibility for both parents. The court determined that the children would live with the father, with specific provisions for the mother to spend time with them during school terms and holidays, including arrangements for travel and communication. The court also made orders regarding communication between the parents and children, the exchange of information concerning the children's health and education, and the attendance of both parents at school and extracurricular activities. The court noted concerns about the mother's desire to exclude the father from educational matters but made specific orders to ensure his involvement.