SAINI & KADE

In the matter of SAINI & KADE, heard before Judge McGuire, the dispute concerned parenting arrangements for two children, X and Y, and related property matters. The court was required to make interim orders regarding the children's living arrangements, time spent with each parent, and the occupancy and financial responsibilities for the former matrimonial home.

The court was asked to determine the interim living arrangements for the children, including the specific times they would spend with each parent. Additionally, the court needed to address the issue of sole occupancy of the former matrimonial home and the husband's financial obligations concerning that property. A significant legal issue was the need for a family report to inform the court's decision-making process, with specific directions on the matters the report should address, including the children's views, parental capacity, and any instances of family violence.

Judge McGuire made orders that the children would live with the wife until further order, with specified periods of time to be spent with the husband. The court also ordered that the husband meet the mortgage and council rates for the former matrimonial home, and that the wife have sole occupancy of that property. Crucially, the court directed the parties and children to attend upon a family consultant for the preparation of a family report, outlining the specific issues the report was to cover, including the children's welfare and best interests, parental capacity, and the impact of any family violence. The matter was adjourned for a final hearing.