STUBBS & STUBBS

In *Stubbs & Stubbs*, Dawe J of the Family Court of Australia considered applications concerning contravention of parenting orders. The proceedings involved allegations of contravention by the father, with the mother seeking orders in relation to these alleged breaches.

The central legal issue before the court was to determine whether the father had contravened the parenting orders as alleged by the mother. Following the determination of this issue, the court was required to consider what consequential orders, if any, should be made, and to address the question of costs associated with the contravention applications.

Dawe J made findings in relation to the contravention applications. However, the court determined that the finalisation of consequential orders and the determination of costs should be adjourned. This adjournment is contingent upon the finalisation of separate criminal proceedings against the father. The court indicated that the Docket Registrar would advise of a date for these matters to be heard once the criminal proceedings have concluded.