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Parenting orders
Part VII of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) provides the substantive framework for parenting orders; that is, applications and orders concerning care arrangements for children following the breakdown of the parents’ relationship. Part VII is intended to be a comprehensive set of principles to be followed in all cases where parenting orders are sought pursuant to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). The object of Part VII is to ensure that the best interests of children are met.
Part VII is divided into a number of divisions, each dealing with separate aspects of the law to be applied. Care must be had to refer to the relevant division when making an application to the court to ensure that all relevant aspects are considered.
See Parenting orders.
