Yeomann and Cole

In the matter of *Yeomann and Cole*, heard before Judge Scarlett, the dispute concerned parenting orders for two children, X and Y. The specific nature of the dispute and the relationship between the parties, identified as the Applicant Mother and the Father, is not detailed, but the orders indicate a significant level of conflict and concern regarding the children's welfare.

The court was required to determine interim arrangements for the children's living arrangements and contact with each parent, as well as to address the need for independent representation for the children. Key issues included the suspension of prior parenting orders, the appointment of an Independent Children's Lawyer, and the imposition of specific conditions on the parents regarding drug use and the exchange of documents.

Judge Scarlett ordered the suspension of all previous parenting orders and directed that the children, X and Y, be independently represented by a lawyer, requesting Legal Aid New South Wales to arrange this. The court mandated that both parties forward all relevant court documents to Legal Aid within fourteen days. The Independent Children's Lawyer was granted leave to issue subpoenas without charge. Interim time spent with the Applicant Mother was specified as Saturdays and Wednesdays from 9 am to 5 pm at her residence, with all other times to be spent with the Father. Crucially, neither parent was permitted to administer illicit drugs to themselves or for twelve hours prior to or during the children's time with them. The matter was adjourned for an interim hearing, with strict timelines set for the filing and service of affidavits.