25/04/2024
The Family Law System in Australia is experiencing significant changes, with new amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 taking effect from 6 May 2024.
These amendments primarily focus on how the Courts will determine parenting orders in the best interests of children, without impacting financial-only proceedings.
Outlined in the Family Law Amendment Act 2023, the changes include guidelines for Courts to consider when determining a child's best interests and establishing protocols for separated parents to make long-term decisions for their children.
These changes may impact individuals with ongoing parenting matters before the Courts or those seeking to establish suitable parenting arrangements for their children.
Key changes include streamlining the factors considered by Courts in determining parenting arrangements, introducing provisions for decision-making on major long-term issues, and eliminating the presumption of equal shared responsibility.
It's important to note that there may be additional changes beyond those outlined here. For personalised guidance on how these changes may affect your situation, consulting a family lawyer is advisable.
You can read more about the changes here: https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/fla2023
The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 and Family Law Amendment (Information Sharing) Act 2023 were passed by the Australian Parliament on 19 October 2023. The changes include new laws about how the Courts will make parenting orders in the best interests of a child. Most of the changes to the Family ...
