Santos and Anderson

This matter came before Justice Austin concerning children T and D. The dispute involved orders relating to the children's living arrangements and parental responsibility. The proceedings were concluded by consent orders.

The court was required to determine the specific terms of parenting orders, including where the children would live, the nature of parental responsibility, and the detailed arrangements for the children to spend time with each parent. This encompassed provisions for regular weekend and holiday time, communication between parents and children, and the exchange of information regarding the children's health and education. The court also considered the consequences of contravening these orders and the discharge of the Independent Children's Lawyer.

The court made orders by consent of the respondent father and the Independent Children's Lawyer. These orders discharged all previous arrangements and stipulated that the children would live with the Father, with parents sharing equal parental responsibility. Detailed provisions were made for the children to spend time with the Mother, varying depending on her proximity to the children's residence. The orders also included clauses regarding communication, parental conduct in the presence of the children, and the exchange of essential information about the children's well-being and schooling. The court also noted that no allegations of child abuse had been made.