

What is a 60I Certificate?
What is a 60I Certificate? A 60I certificate is a document that shows that you have attempted mediation with a qualified and registered practitioner.

Does an intervention order mean we can’t do mediation?
You may still be able to do mediation if you have Court Orders, Intervention Orders or Apprehended Violence Orders. Please contact our office for more information on how mediation can work in your circumstances.

How can we do mediation when we live far apart?
Mediation over distances is easier than it has ever been. Being an online service, we work with clients across Australia.

Five Ways to Prepare Emotionally for Mediation
Mediation can be a stressful process. Here are five ways that you can prepare emotionally for negotiations.

Can we come to mediation to talk about vaccines?
Can we do mediation to talk about vaccines?

What Happens if the Other Parent Refuses to come to Mediation?
If one parent refuses to come to mediation, there may be consequences if the matter progresses to court.

Mediation hasn’t worked in the past. Why should I try it again?
Why should I try mediation again when it didn’t work the first time?


Is there a bias against fathers?
Many people have asked whether men are disadvantaged during separation. Mediation is a process designed to avoid any bias. Our practitioners are trained to address imbalances in negotiations to provide a fair and open service.

What can I do if the other parent does not stick to plans?
Sometimes, making plans and sticking to them can be two separate things. Short of a court order, it can be difficult when the other parent will not stick to agreements.

I don’t want to do changeovers at home. Do I have to?
Changeovers are often where conflict between parents arises. Frustrations can build up, and they often come to a head when parents next see each other.

Breastfeeding and Co-Parenting
Co-Parenting while breastfeeding can present challenges. While the child is dependent on one parent for nourishment, arrangements will need to be make to suit the child's needs.

Does Mediation Work?
Does mediation work? Yes, it does. Result vary according to the nature of the dispute and the personalities involved, but attempting mediation is beneficial to the majority of parents.

Can we do mediation if my children are adults?
Mediation is a process that focusses on ways to move beyond conflict that has arisen in families.

The Family Court has changed. Does this change mediation?
In the past year, there have been a number of changes to what was the Family Court. Hoping to provide more efficient and timely resolutions to disputes, the Federal Government has merged the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court.


Can we do mediation during a lockdown?
Lockdown is difficult for so many reasons. Parenting arrangements may have to change.
