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Started Nov 14 2012, 08:14
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Nov 14 2012, 08:14 The family law framework deals with parenting arrangements and ensuring the best interests of children, especially in circumstances where they are at risk or where their parents or carers are separating. Child protection is primarily dealt with on a state and territory basis, under state and territory legislation, whilst parenting arrangements are dealt with under the Commonwealth Family Law Act 1975 and under Section 51(xxxvii) of the Australian Constitution. There is also a government-administered Child Support Scheme, whereby parents can either reach private agreements or can be required by the Child Support Agency to make payments to the person who has primary care of the child. Since 1989 child support has been assessed under the Child Support (Assessment) Act, 1989 administered by the Child Support Agency Australia. www.legaladvice.com.au ID#43405 |
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