Family Voilence – When will a parent be refused time with a child? April 5, 2012
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The importance placed on the relationship between a parent and child under the Family Law Act 1975 is significant. However, the best interests of the child are considered paramount and a number of issues, including any history of family violence involving the child or a family member of the child, must be considered.