THOMPSON & THOMPSON

In the matter of THOMPSON & THOMPSON, Foster J discharged all previous parenting Orders concerning the child, B, born in 2005. The court's primary focus was to establish new arrangements for the child's care and the parents' responsibilities.

The court was required to determine the extent of parental responsibility each parent would hold, the specific living arrangements for the child, and the nature and frequency of the child's time with each parent. Additionally, the court needed to address the child's engagement with therapeutic programs and the communication protocols between the parents regarding the child's welfare, including medical and educational matters. The court also considered the need for injunctions to govern parental conduct and ensure the child's well-being.

Foster J ordered that the father have sole parental responsibility, with specific provisions for the father to keep the mother informed and seek her input on major decisions concerning the child. The child was ordered to live with the father, and detailed arrangements were made for the child to spend time with the mother, varying based on proximity to the child's school and including specific provisions for school holidays and special days. The court also mandated the child's re-engagement with a specific program at D Org, with alternative arrangements involving a psychologist if necessary, and imposed injunctions on both parents regarding communication about each other and the proceedings, as well as restrictions on physical discipline. The mother was also restrained from taking the child to specialists without prior notice and consent, except in emergencies or for routine medical care at the nominated general practitioner.