My family is separating — what now?

Separation can be a challenging time for everyone involved and presents a range of emotional, financial and legal issues. Every family is unique and the separation experience is different for everybody.

The information in this website is a guide to help families experiencing separation find their way around the Family Law System, better understand their rights and responsibilities following separation and includes information on services available that may help.

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Helping children through the holidays

Christmas can be a difficult time for everyone, but for children in separated families – how do they cope? What support mechanisms are there for them?

Our December Q and A, with Kids Helpline General Manager Wendy Protheroe has tips on how to help kids cope this festive season.