Solberg and Rounds

This matter concerned parenting orders for a child, [X], born 1 August 2007. The court was required to determine the living arrangements for the child, the allocation of parental responsibility, and the specific times the child would spend with each parent. Additionally, the court addressed provisions for communication between the child and parents, travel arrangements, and the management of the child's passport.

The court's reasoning focused on establishing orders that reflected the child's best interests, particularly concerning their education and health. It was determined that the child would live with the mother, with both parents sharing equal parental responsibility. However, the mother was granted sole parental responsibility for decisions regarding the child's education and health, with the obligation to keep the father informed of all major decisions. The court then detailed a comprehensive schedule for the child's time with the father, including specific arrangements for school holidays and travel, as well as provisions for communication between the child and each parent.

The court also made orders concerning international travel, permitting the child to travel internationally under specific conditions, including notification requirements and the provision of travel insurance. The mother was authorised to apply for and hold the child's Australian passport, with the father having access for overseas travel purposes. Finally, the court mandated that any disputes regarding the interpretation or enforcement of these orders be addressed through counselling or mediation before further court applications.