In an attempt to resolve family law disputes, many approach the courts. Nonetheless, courts are neither the simplest nor the sole avenue for dispute resolution. There are many stages involved prior to, and during a court process. This article attempts to briefly explain these various stages and the role of the parties involved in each stage…

In Australia we live in a society which places emphasis in the principles of open-government and transparency.The Freedom of Information Act 1982 was designed to make government more open and accountable by providing a right of access to information in possession of government…