Watton and Watton

This matter concerned parenting orders for two children, [X] and [Y], born in 2011 and 2014 respectively. The dispute between the parents, the mother and the father, led to the court making orders regarding the children's living arrangements and time spent with each parent.

The court was required to determine the specific arrangements for the children's residence, the allocation of time between the parents during school terms and holidays, and provisions for children's and parents' birthdays, as well as Mother's and Father's Day. Additionally, the court considered orders to restrain the parties from discussing the proceedings with the children, speaking negatively about each other, or attempting to influence the children's views on their living arrangements.

Judge Tonkin made orders that the children would live with the mother. The father was granted specific time with the children during school terms, including alternate weekends and a mid-week visit. Detailed provisions were made for the children's time with each parent during the Christmas school holiday period, including specific dates and handover arrangements. The orders also stipulated arrangements for the children's birthdays and the parties' birthdays, ensuring time with the relevant parent. Further orders mandated that both parents encourage the children's relationship with the other parent, and that they notify each other of any serious illness or injury affecting the children. The court also made orders restraining both parties from discussing the proceedings with the children, speaking negatively about each other, or attempting to influence the children's preferences regarding their residence. The matter was listed for a final hearing.