Samford and Samford

The decision in *Samford and Samford* concerned parenting orders made by the court regarding a child born in July 1995. The dispute revolved around the arrangements for the child's living situation and contact with both parents.

The court was required to determine the specific terms of the parenting orders, including where the child would live and the nature and frequency of contact the father would have with the child. Additionally, the court needed to address the ongoing obligations of the parties in relation to complying with these orders and the consequences of any breaches.

The court ordered that all previous parenting orders be discharged. It was determined that the child would live with the mother. The father was granted specific contact arrangements, including weekly telephone contact, weekly email communication limited to child-appropriate content, and the exchange of gifts and cards. The court also directed the parties to note their obligations under sections 65DA(2) and 62B of the *Family Law Act*, emphasizing their duty to comply with the orders and not to interfere with their execution. The court further highlighted the availability of resources and programs to assist parties in understanding and complying with parenting orders, as well as the potential for Recovery Orders in cases of non-compliance.