This snapshot examines how contemporary couple relationships are evolving, and how Australia’s family law framework must work to keep pace with changing arrangements while at the same time continuing to play its protective role. In Australia today, couple relationships may be legally recognised as: marriages, registered relationships and de facto relationships.

An independent review of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Act 2021 (the FCFCOA Act). The report finds that the FCFCOA reforms, combined with the Courts’ own initiatives, have led to a range of positive impacts on the operation of the family law system. It identifies several areas for improvement or a need...

This review of the evidence on First Nations women's engagement with the family law system in the context of family violence finds limited available research. It recommends further research to identify and better understand this issue and improve outcomes for First Nations people.

The report examines the circumstances of Aboriginal children removed from their parents in Western Australia to be placed in out-of-home care. Parents contended their children were unjustifiably removed and they were punished for situations beyond their control, such as homelessness. It presents a series of recommendations for both the state government and federal government.

In response to terms of reference endorsed by the Attorney-General, the Family Law Council considered options and avenues for making the family law system more accessible and equitable for separating families. The report makes 29 recommendations for legislative reform, in particular, to alternative dispute options, greater utilisation of technology, and program reforms to the legal...