• What can I do if the other party is not complying with the orders?

    Frequently asked question response

  • Consumer law: Avoiding court

    This page explains options for resolving a consumer law dispute with the need for a court hearing.

  • Family law forms

    Most frequently used Affidavit Affidavit of service

  • Bankruptcy - Application for summons to examine relevant person or examinable person

    This form is used when making an application for an examinable person in relation to a relevant person to be summoned for examination under section 81 of the Bankruptcy Act 1966.

  • Family Violence Prevention Forum

    Some of Australia’s most influential leaders are stepping up to tackle one of the nation’s most urgent challenges — domestic and family violence. More than 100 leaders from sport, business, education, government and media will unite at a landmark Family Violence Prevention Forum to drive cultural change and champion evidence-based strategies that prevent violence before it starts.

  • Media release: Therapy Dog Poppy's 'woof of honour' as she is sworn into the Court

    The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (the Courts) have today launched the Court Dog Program. Thanks to the support and generosity of the Victorian Bar and the Victorian Bar Foundation, Therapy Dog Poppy, a fully trained court facility dog from Guide Dogs Victoria, will commence full time work with the Courts from the 4th of October by assisting litigants and children who are involved in family law proceedings in the Courts' Melbourne registry.

  • Natural disasters

    If you are concerned about the status of your family law proceedings while you or your former partner are managing immediate issues following a natural disaster you can consult the Court to enquire about the assistance we can offer you.

  • The Courts and your privacy

    In most circumstances, courts and their decisions are accessible to members of the public. This policy of 'open justice' is reflected in section 97 of the Family Law Act 1975, which provides that all proceedings should be heard in open unless a court decides otherwise. The principle of open justice is fundamental to ensuring that courts remain transparent and accountable for their decisions.

  • Family law: Mediation services

    Information about mediation and external providers of mediation services

  • Notice of Intervention by Person Entitled to Intervene

    This form is used if you are entitled to intervene. An affidavit must be filed with this form. If you need permission to intervene you must file an Application in a Proceeding (see Rule 3.04)
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