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.

Caretaker Arrangements

On 19 July 2010 the Australian Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held on 21 August 2010. Information on Human Services Portfolio websites will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions circulated by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.