In light of the current situation and global concerns surrounding Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and its impact on the community, the WA Family Law Pathways Network has made the decision to cancel the Annual Conference and Workshop Day scheduled on 12 and 13 May 2020 respectively. This is in line with the Federal Government’s directives that all organised, […]
The WA Family Law Pathways Network is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of former Chief Judge of the Family Court of Western Australia, the Honourable Stephen Thackray. The WA Family Law Pathways Network Steering Committee and members would like to acknowledge the significant contribution of Stephen’s many years to family law both at State
WA Family Law Pathways Network is pleased to announce that the next WAFLPN Annual Conference with be taking place on 12 and 13 May 2020. Every year, our annual conference brings together family law professionals from all across Western Australia to hear from a range of speakers and participate in a more in-depth workshop day. Mark the
On 27 November 2019, the Family Violence Legislation Reform Bill 2019 was introduced into the Parliament of Western Australia. The proposed reforms amend nine separate pieces of legislation across six separate Ministerial portfolios and demonstrate a cross-government commitment to tackling family and domestic violence. The reform package includes: Read full media release given by the WA
The Joint Select Committee on Australia’s Family Law System was appointed by resolution of the Senate on 18 September 2019 and resolution of the House of Representatives on 19 September 2019. The committee is currently accepting submissions, which can be provided via email to [email protected] or via the committee’s online portal by using the ‘Upload Submission’ button
WAFLPN is partnering with the Albany Family and Domestic Violence Action Group, Stopping Family Violence and Anglicare WA for the Great Southern Family and Domestic Violence Conference on 14 November. Titled ‘Safe and Together: Creating opportunities to motivate fathers towards change for their children’, this conference is aimed at the broad spectrum of services who
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On 17 September 2019, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced that the Government will undertake a Joint Parliamentary Committee of both the House and the Senate to conduct a wide-ranging inquiry into the family law system. The Select Committee aims to inquire and report by 7 October 2020 on specific areas where there may be scope
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From 10 September 2019, personal cross-examination will be banned in family law proceedings in certain circumstances where allegations of family violence have been raised. If any of the following circumstances apply, the ban will apply automatically: The court may use its discretion to make an order to ban personal cross-examination even if those circumstances do
The Criminal Law Amendment (Intimate Images) Bill came into effect on 15 April 2019, making the non-consensual distribution of intimate images, or ‘revenge porn’, a crime which attracts jail time of either 18 months or three years and/or a fine of up to $18,000. The new law does not make it a criminal offence for
The Residential Tenancies Legislation Amendment (Family Violence) Bill 2018 came into effect on 15 April 2019. The amendments are aimed at giving the victim better choices, including whether to stay in the tenancy or move to safer accommodation, or remove tenancy-related concerns, which are barriers to leaving a violent relationship. The new laws for victims
The Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) report, Family Law for the Future: An Inquiry into the Family Law System, was tabled in Parliament today by the Attorney-General, the Hon Christian Porter MP. The ALRC has made 60 recommendations for reform. The ALRC recommends that the resolution of family law disputes be returned to the states
ALRC Review of the Family Law System – Final Report Read More »
Registrations are now open for the 2019 WA Family Law Pathways Network Annual Conference. The conference will take place on Thursday 30th of May 2019 at the University Club of Western Australia. Titled ‘‘No One is Perfect: Exploring the connection between parenting capacity and children’s wellbeing’’, the conference will feature keynote speakers Rose Cuff, Statewide FaPMI (Families
The WA Family Law Pathways Network acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land and waters on which we live and work, and pays our respects to Elders past, present and future for they carry the cultural wisdom, the stories, the traditions and dreaming. With a commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge the ongoing impact of past policies and practices, and commit our endeavours to creating a just society and sector that celebrates the ongoing resilience and self-determination of our first peoples and communities.
