When does physical discipline of a child become unlawful abuse?

The question arose in the case of a father who had beaten his two eldest children with a cricket bat, but who argued he should still be allowed to see his six-year-old son…

The federal government’s independent auditor has flagged an investigation of the $3.5 billion child support system, a move that could provide further ammunition for Pauline Hanson’s claim that the system is unfair to non-custodial parents…

It’s a parenting tip echoed from one generation to the next: “Don’t fight in front of the kids.” But many parenting experts believe it’s not the actual fighting that upsets kids: it’s the way in which parents argue. 

So how does inter-parental conflict affect children? Is it ever okay for parents to argue in front of the kids?..

Two sisters who sued the state of New South Wales for failing to protect them from their abusive stepfather have been awarded almost $1.5 million in damages after an eight-year battle for compensation…

This study will explore variables that might affect the psychological well-being of primary custodial fathers, including traditional masculinity beliefs, skills and self-efficacy, and social support…

There seems to be a general acceptance in the community that if push comes to shove, protecting women from domestic abuse should be the priority, even at the cost of prosecuting innocent men…

A review of what ‘other’ payments can be accepted by Child Support where a payer is paying child support to a payee and where the payee does not agree that the payment made by the payer is for the support of the child(ren) or in other words… is paid as child support…

The extent of her deception is by now well known to most, especially after it was revealed in sordid detail in a 60 Minutes special last year…

The welfare of a child is a “paramount consideration” when making any decision that may affect them. This fundamental principle is formalised by the Family Law Act 1957 (‘FLA’), echoing the re-quirements of the Convention of the Rights of the Child to give children a voice in court…

The positive outcomes of the cancelled outreach program is in stark contrast to the overwhelmingly poor feedback regarding their contact with the Department’s Child Support Program (formerly the Child Support Agency)…