Move On Mediation

04/09/2026

"The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported last month that the marriage rate is declining. As someone who champions marriage, is married and thinks a wedding is lovely, I think it’s great news.

According to the data, the crude rate of registered marriages per 1,000 residents aged 16 and over fell from 5.5 in 2024 to 5.3 in 2025, with the largest falls occurring among the 25-29s and 30-34s.

Why do I celebrate? Because these figures remind us that Australia is a sensible, progressive nation whose liberal social institutions have given individuals the freedom and opportunity to make the best decisions for our own lives.

This includes exercising our right to divorce, an event also represented in the ABS statistics. Divorces granted rose by 4.1%, the crude divorce rate up from 2.1 to 2.2."

Read more here:
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/aug/08/marriage-divorce-gen-z-sensible-generation

02/09/2026

Are you wondering how you will rebuild your finances after divorce?

In many divorces, once the dust has settled, the legal bills have been paid and emotions begin to subside, there is often a common outcome – lower income and a change to your lifestyle. Moving to just one income can be challenging to say the least especially as so many families these days rely on two incomes to run a household.

While it may be unavoidable, the sooner you can start rebuilding your finances after your divorce, the quicker you will get back on track financially and adjust to your new situation and lifestyle.

Here are some key steps you can take to rebuild finances after divorce:

https://moveon.com.au/rebuild-your-finances-after-divorce/

30/08/2026

💬 Is family dispute resolution compulsory?

In many parenting matters, yes.

✅ Most parents must attempt Family Dispute Resolution before applying to court.

✅ There are some exceptions.

✅ FDR often helps resolve issues without lengthy court proceedings.

At Move On Mediation, Ian Shann can explain the process and help you move forward.

💡 Learn more today 👉 https://moveon.com.au/contact/

28/08/2026

"Giving up on a marriage is still frowned upon in India, which has a population of 1.5 billion and one of the lowest divorce rates in the world.

According to the latest census conducted in 2011, of the 1.2 billion who took part, only 1.4 million were divorced: a total of just over 0.1 per cent.

Social analysts say there is immense pressure, in particular, on women to stay in toxic relationships and "adjust" to save face."

Read more here:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-08/divorce-indian-women-question-cultural-pressure-of-marriage/106916718

26/08/2026

Having to cope with a divorce that you don’t want can seem insurmountable.

I’ve put together some tips gleaned over the years as someone who has been through a divorce myself, as well as a family mediation specialist in Perth.

Here are my tips on how to cope with a divorce when you don’t want it.

https://moveon.com.au/how-to-cope-with-a-divorce-when-you-dont-want-it/

24/08/2026

💬 Can we use mediation for parenting arrangements?

✅ Yes.

✅ Mediation is commonly used to discuss parenting schedules, holidays, communication, and major decisions.

✅ It helps parents focus on their children's needs.

At Move On Mediation, Ian Shann helps separated parents create workable parenting arrangements.

💡 Book your mediation session today 👉 https://moveon.com.au/contact/

20/08/2026

"Many Australians assume they'll keep the assets they brought into a relationship, that joint debts stay with the person who incurred them, or that an ex can't empty a shared bank account.

In reality, some of the most common assumptions about separation are wrong, and getting them wrong can be costly."

Read more at Money Magazine Australia now 👇

Think assets you brought into a relationship are protected? A family lawyer busts the biggest separation myths, and explains the mistakes that can prove costly.

19/08/2026

Communication with your ex can be a tricky path to navigate, so here are 8 simple and effective tips for communication after divorce:

https://moveon.com.au/communication-after-divorce/

17/08/2026

Sensible, timely and cost-effective resolutions.

That’s mediation done properly.

👉 Learn more about family mediation with Move On now.

☎️ 0418 928 448

14/08/2026

"The family home often dominates divorce negotiations, but there is an overlooked asset that is often one of the most valuable on the table."

The family home often dominates divorce negotiations, but there is an overlooked asset that is often one of the most valuable on the table.