Vasco and Birri (No. 2)

In the matter of *Vasco and Birri (No. 2)*, Justice Cronin of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia was required to make orders concerning parenting arrangements and related matters. The dispute involved the father and mother of a child born in March 2003, with the Independent Children's Lawyer also involved.

The court was tasked with determining the specific parenting orders for the child, including the father's time with the child, and addressing the potential removal of the child from Australia. Additionally, the court needed to consider the ongoing involvement of the Department of Human Services and ensure all parties were prepared for a final hearing.

Justice Cronin's reasoning led to a series of detailed orders. The court suspended a previous order and established a schedule for the father's time with the child, including specific dates and times, and outlined procedures for collection and return. Crucially, the court issued an order restraining the removal of the child from the Commonwealth of Australia, requesting the Australian Federal Police to place the child on the Airport Watch List. The court also directed the Independent Children's Lawyer to forward the judgment and orders to the Department of Human Services, requesting continued monitoring and advice to the court.

The court adjourned all extant applications to a final five-day hearing scheduled for 12 May 2008, with a telephone mention on 15 April 2008 to ensure readiness and compliance with the orders. Further affidavits or amended applications were to be filed and served by 4 pm on 14 April 2008. The orders also included particulars of obligations and consequences of contravention, as set out in an attached Fact Sheet.