Child-focussed parenting arrangements after divorce

The thorniest questions in any divorce or separation often relate to the kids. In the episode Heather and Ben discuss child-focussed ways to handle financial and living arrangements to achieve the best outcomes for your children.Specific topics discussed include: •Budgeting for the long term commitment to raising your children; •Child Support Agency assessments; •Managing changes in financial situation after divorce; •School fees and child support payments; •Capitalised child support; •Finding the best living arrangements depending on your child's developmental stage; •Managing living arrangements for blended families; •Handling relocation of one parent; •Help available to work out optimum arrangements.Episode note (important): This episode was recorded before changes to Australia’s family law parenting provisions commenced on 6 May 2024. The way the Court approaches “best interests of the child” and related parenting concepts has been updated since this recording, so some legal references in this episode may now be out of date. Please seek current legal advice and refer to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and Attorney-General’s Department resources for the latest information.