Separation means the ending of an intimate partner relationship This includes the end of a marriage defacto relationship or other personal relationships It is often a difficult time and you may feel unsure about what to do next This section provides information and support for people whose relationship is ending It includes useful tips about how to look after yourself services to help and the basics about family law Services like counseling and family mediation...

Mediation is a way of resolving disputes between people in conflict usually facilitated by a neutral person Separated families are encouraged to use family mediation to help resolve their disputes about children instead of using the family law courts What is family mediation People refer to mediation in many different ways It can be as informal as having a friend or family member helping to talk through the issues in dispute It can also be...

Violence or abusive behavior is never an acceptable way of dealing with relationship problems If you are experiencing family and domestic violence you are not alone help is available If you are concerned for your safety whilst going through family law proceedings you can contact the family law courts to ask about a safety plan When making parenting orders the court will consider the best interests of the child The Family Law Act priorities the...

Separation is a difficult time for children as well as parents Because it can be difficult to focus on your children s long term wellbeing when you are upset there are professional services that can assist This section provides information to help parents meet their children s needs after separation Talking to children about separationChildren need to be told that their parents are separating They don t usually need to know the reasons why the...

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