Family, relationships and children
What happens when your relationship ends, or if you're suffering abuse or violence? What rights do children and young people have - their care, school, with the police?
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This chapter of the Law handbook covers all aspects of family law including marriage, separation, divorce, property, maintenance, de facto relationships and parenting.
This book written by the Women's Legal Service covers separation, divorce, children, domestic violence, AVOs, property settlement, court orders, and child support.
A practical guide for people undergoing separation and divorce, including information on making arrangements for your children, family violence and abuse, property, sample forms, and going to court.
Find information about what to do when you separate from your partner or need help to care for your child.
NSW legislation dealing with child protection, including reporting and proceedings in the Children's Court.
Commonwealth legislation dealing with child support including the child support assessment formula.
Commonwealth legislation dealing with family law, including divorce, children and property.
Find information about what you need to do to apply for, or respond to an application for, an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO).
A community legal service that is dedicated to helping children and young people in Australia and their supporters to find a legal solution to their problems.
This looseleaf service has detailed information on topics including the Family Law Act, the Family Court, divorce, children, and maintenance. It is also available online in the State Library.