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New Domestic Violence Laws in QLD: What the Latest Reforms Mean for Victims

New Domestic Violence Laws in QLD: What the Latest Reforms Mean for Victims

In August 2025, the Queensland Government passed landmark reform to strengthen protections for those experiencing domestic and family violence. These
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Domestic Violence
Family Law Act Amendments: How Domestic Violence Now Shapes Property Settlement

Family Law Act Amendments: How Domestic Violence Now Shapes Property Settlement

Separation is rarely easy. But for some people, it’s more than just the breakdown of a relationship; it’s the unravelling
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Children's Issues
Withholding a Child from Another Parent Without Court Order: What You Need to Know

Withholding a Child from Another Parent Without Court Order: What You Need to Know

When emotions run high after separation or divorce, parenting arrangements can become one of the most difficult issues to resolve.
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Wills & Estates
Dying Without a Will in Australia: Legal Consequences and Next Steps

Dying Without a Will in Australia: Legal Consequences and Next Steps

When someone dies without a valid will in place, the legal and emotional consequences for those left behind can be
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Mediation
Who Pays for Mediation? Understanding the Costs of Family Dispute

Who Pays for Mediation? Understanding the Costs of Family Dispute

Family mediation is often the preferred pathway for separating couples to resolve disputes without the emotional and financial toll of
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Children's Issues
What Age Can a Child Refuse to See a Parent in Australia?

What Age Can a Child Refuse to See a Parent in Australia?

It’s a question many separated parents eventually face: What age can a child refuse to see a parent in Australia?
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Children's Issues
How to Adopt a Child from Overseas in Australia

How to Adopt a Child from Overseas in Australia

Adopting a child from overseas is a life-changing decision that can bring joy and fulfilment to families. In Queensland and
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Children's Issues
Recovering Child Support Arrears in Australia: What You Need to Know

Recovering Child Support Arrears in Australia: What You Need to Know

Navigating child support arrears in Australia can be a complex and emotionally charged process. This guide aims to clarify the
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International Law
How Do Transgender Rights in Australia Differ From Other Countries?

How Do Transgender Rights in Australia Differ From Other Countries?

Transgender and LGBTQI individuals often face social isolation, violence, and discrimination, despite anti-discrimination laws in place at both State and
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Domestic Violence
Coercive Control Is Now a Criminal Offence in Queensland: What It Means for Family Law

Coercive Control Is Now a Criminal Offence in Queensland: What It Means for Family Law

From 26 May 2025, coercive control is officially a criminal offence in Queensland, marking a major milestone in the fight
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Relationships
Automatic Divorce After Long Separation in Australia: What You Really Need to Know

Automatic Divorce After Long Separation in Australia: What You Really Need to Know

Going through a separation is often an emotionally difficult experience. Amidst the challenges, it’s common to wonder about the legalities
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Family Law
Is a Godparent a Legal Guardian in Australia?

Is a Godparent a Legal Guardian in Australia?

Choosing a godparent is a heartfelt decision for many families. Often it’s someone close, trusted, and deeply loved; someone you
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