Fathers’ rights in Australia
If you’re on this page, chances are as a father in Australia you’re having a shitty time.
Un-chartered issues like Asset Protection; Financial Agreements (including ‘Pre-Nuptial’ Agreements; De Facto/Domestic Relationships;Parenting arrangements; Separation & Divorce; Paternity Disputes; Child Support/Adult Child Maintenance; Spousal Maintenance; an Court representation may well be emerging onto your agenda.
www.dadsclub.com.au recommends you check out Fathers 4 Equality a progressive shared parenting group comprising primarily parents and grandparents who believe that a child has a natural right to a meaningful relationship with both parents, in the event of separation.
Australian fathers and dads can get information and assistance on the current family law act and how to best utilise it in the best interests of your children,they will even lobby the federal government against the myths promoted by self-interest lawyers and feminist groups in their efforts to take Australia back to the dark ages, at our children’s expense.
Are you a father who needs to organise a legal divorce in Australia?
Under Australia’s no-fault divorce law system, the only grounds for divorce is the “irretrievable breakdown of marriage.” Australia’s divorce laws generally requires a physical separation of at least 12 months, although in some cases this period may be accrued where the couple continue to live in the same house.
Australian divorce proceedings may be initiated by either party, or through a joint application. A delay of approximately three months will occur between the date of filing and the divorce hearing, whereupon the Family Court will grant a ‘Divorce Order’ which becomes effective 1 month thereafter. For legal advice visit
Definition of irretrievable marriage break down
From 1975 the Divorce Law in Australia has stipulated only one ground for a Decree of Dissolution on Marriage – i.e. that the marriage has broken down irretrievably [s48(1) Family Law Act FLA].
The sole evidence for establishing the breakdown is that the parties to the marriage have separated and continue to be separated for a continuous period of 12 months prior to the filing of the Application for Divorce [s48(2) FLA].
The jurisdiction of the courts exercising powers under the Family Law Act is enlivened if either of the parties to the marriage can establish that they are:-
1) An Australian Citizen; or
2) Ordinarily resident in Australia; or
3) Present in Australia
In addition to the Application for Divorce, it is necessary to file the Marriage Certificate with the Court. If the marriage occurred overseas a copy of the overseas Marriage Certificate will need to be evidenced before the court. If it is a foreign language, a certified translation will be required.
The question of whether or not the parties have “separated” for 12 months is a question of fact. The onus is on the applicant to demonstrate, on the balance of probabilities, that the essential facts supporting the application have been demonstrated before the Court.
An Application for a divorce order cannot be filed within 2 years after the date of marriage unless a certificate of a family counsellor or consultant stating that the parties of the marriage have considered reconciliation with the assistance of that person.
If there are children of the marriage under the age of 18 years, the Court will not make an order it is satisfied that proper arrangements in all the circumstances have been made for the care, welfare and development of the children [55A(1)(b)(i) FLA]. If the Court has doubts as to the adequacies of the arrangements for the children it may adjourn the Application and order that a family consultant may prepare a report regarding the arrangements relating to the children
Taken from StreeterLaw
What is the Affect of Divorce on Children
When children are involved you owe it to them to seek professional divorce advice from a divorce lawyer. Streeterlaw offers you family law legal advice and extensive experience to ensure both parents fulfill their responsibility for the welfare of your children under 18.
You will have many question and need legal advice about your separation or divorce. Child custody, child support, child visitation and even grandparents rights for visitation need to be considered. Your goal is to come to an arrangement that is in the best interests of your children – both in the short and long term.
How does divorce affect children financially?
Under the jurisdiction of the Child Support Agency, all parents have a duty to financially support children under 18. The amount of financial support required for divorce children is dependent on considerations such as the income of each parent.
Your Streeterlaw Divorce Lawyer will assist you in the preparation of a Child Support Agreement. This agreement is designed to help reduce long term effects of divorce on children. It encompasses specific factors such as schooling. If necessary, Streeterlaw will assist you in obtaining formal Court Orders to enforce this agreement.
When you want to know the divorce rights of your children call Streeterlaw.
Enforcement of Family Court Orders
Sometimes people try to avoid, or fail to comply with, Family Court Orders. Fortunately for you there are a number of options available to enforce orders under a family court order.
If the order is in the nature of an “injunctive” order the most appropriate mechanism for enforcement would be the filing of a contempt application that required the offending party to be arrested and either fined or, in severe cases, imprisoned. Family Court Orders in Australia often require someone to pay money to another person.
The enforcement processes of the Family Court reflect the structure and enforcement mechanisms of the State Courts. Within Division 20 of the Family Law Rules 2004 there is provision for:
• Enforcement Hearings – also called an Examination Summons
• Enforcement Warrants – for the seizure and sale of assets including real property
• Third Party Debt Notices – also referred to in the state regimes as Garnishee Orders
• Appointment of a Receiver – for the management and sale of an asset or business
Rule 20.59 of the Family Law rules 2004, provides that if an order is made in favour of a person who is not a party to a case, the person may enforce the order as if the person were a party.
How the Family Law Court works
Like any Court, strict compliance with the Family Law Rules and use of the appropriate Court forms is a necessary prerequisite for the successful issue of the appropriate orders. Usually there is no filing fee payable. However the applicant will need to provide an undertaking or “security” to meet the expenses of the enforcement officer.
The Court has the power to impose sanctions for failure to comply with orders. Under section 114 of the Family Law Act the Court may make orders such as a Mandatory Injunction. This is an order requiring a party to do or to cease doing a certain act or acts. The sanctions the Court may impose for failure to comply with its orders include, in section 112 AD (2) the following:
• a bond
• a fine of not more than 60 penalty units and
• imprisonment
Call Streeterlaw Sydney Lawyers for a no-obligation phone consultation to discover your options in enforcing a Family Court Order.
How much does a divorce cost?
There are “do it yourself” divorce kits available from the Family Court website. If you are able to complete this yourself the only cost is the Family Court filling fee in lodging the application, serving the application on the other party and your time involved in preparing and lodging these legal documents.
Alternatively you may seek to retain a lawyer to prepare the documentation, arrange for the service of the application on the other party and appear before the court to seek the orders on the “return date”.
There can be aspects of the Divorce application which involve greater complexity. If there is separation under the same roof, there are children under 18 or if the marriage is less than 2 years, the Family Court has additional criteria before it will be persuaded to grant the divorce order.
How long does a divorce take?
The divorce process in Australia has been streamlined.
You must be separated from your spouse for a year and a day before the application can be filed in the Court.
Upon filing of the divorce application it is expected that the hearing date will be 5 to 7 weeks later.
How do I formalise separation?
Separation is primarily a question of the facts and secondarily a question of law. When you conduct yourself in a way that demonstrates to the other party as well as to the rest of the world that you are no longer in a relationship of husband and wife with the other party – then you are separated.
Separation is a ‘legal’ conclusion which is determined by considering the facts and evidence. This may mean that you move out of the matrimonial home. It is however possible to separate “under the same roof” pending final division of the assets and property of the marriage
What is family violence or domestic violence?
Family violence is any physical violence, threats, emotional and psychological abuse and includes damaging property. Violent behaviour is unlawful and in addition to protections and the family law, there may be protections under the criminal regime.
If you are the subject to, or a party to family violence, call the police – 000.
The police have the power to arrest the offender, search for and remove weapons. If the offender has a gun (or owns a gun) the police may remove it. The offender may be charged with a criminal offence and the police may apply for an apprehended domestic violence order on your behalf.
If the police do not make an application for a court order you may approach the duty Magistrate or the Registrar at your Local Court to assist you make an application.
As an adult you may apply for an order that protects you and/or your children from family violence. The first instance should be the Domestic Violence Liaison Officer at your Local Police station.
What is irretrievable marriage breakdown?
From 1975 the Divorce Law in Australia has stipulated only one ground for a Decree of Dissolution on Marriage – i.e. that the marriage has broken down irretrievably [s48(1) Family Law Act FLA].
The sole evidence for establishing the breakdown is that the parties to the marriage have separated and continue to be separated for a continuous period of 12 months prior to the filing of the Application for Divorce [s48(2) FLA].
The jurisdiction of the courts exercising powers under the Family Law Act is enlivened if either of the parties to the marriage can establish that they are:-
1) An Australian Citizen; or
2) Ordinarily resident in Australia; or
3) Present in Australia
In addition to the Application for Divorce, it is necessary to file the Marriage Certificate with the Court. If the marriage occurred overseas a copy of the overseas Marriage Certificate will need to be evidenced before the court. If it is a foreign language, a certified translation will be required.
The question of whether or not the parties have “separated” for 12 months is a question of fact. The onus is on the applicant to demonstrate, on the balance of probabilities, that the essential facts supporting the application have been demonstrated before the Court.
An Application for a divorce order cannot be filed within 2 years after the date of marriage unless a certificate of a family counsellor or consultant stating that the parties of the marriage have considered reconciliation with the assistance of that person.
If there are children of the marriage under the age of 18 years, the Court will not make an order it is satisfied that proper arrangements in all the circumstances have been made for the care, welfare and development of the children [55A(1)(b)(i) FLA]. If the Court has doubts as to the adequacies of the arrangements for the children it may adjourn the Application and order that a family consultant may prepare a report regarding the arrangements relating to the children.
What is the Guardianship Tribunal?
The Guardianship Tribunal is a specialist court of justice dealing with financial management and guardianship matters. They can also review Power of Attorney. They have concurrent, or co-operating with equal authority, jurisdiction with the Supreme Court of NSW.
The Guardianship Tribunal is a “no cost” jurisdiction. It has a much lower degree of formality than most courts. The rules of evidence are not strictly applied and the hearings are more “inquisitorial” than the more common adversarial nature of many courts.
The tribunal members travel around the state to conduct hearings for people outside of Sydney.
Further details can be found at www.gt.nsw.gov.au
What to take when separating
Are you the one leaving your house in a separation?
If you are leaving your house, either planned or in circumstances of urgency such as domestic violence victim, be sure that you take the following:
* personal documents – for example bank / cheque books, passports, marriage certificates
* any items of sentimental value
* things that you need for yourself and your children including change of clothing, school uniforms, school bags, books, toys, toiletries
If you are in personal danger from domestic abuse – remove yourself and ensure that you are physically and emotionally safe and those in your care are also removed from threats or risk of family violence.
Why do I have to give all my financial documents to my ex-partner?
Many divorcing couples are hesitant when asked to give their financial documents to their ex-partner. This can include tax returns and my bank account statements.
The reason behind it is the requirement for Full & Frank Disclosure. Family Law Dispute Resolution seeks to resolve disputes before they get expensive, adversarial and litigious. The Family Law Rules actually require parties to engage in an exchange of information before they start proceedings in the Court.
The parties must make a genuine attempt to dissolve the dispute before starting a case. Accordingly, in property and financial cases this will require the exchange of financial and taxation records, details of income, liabilities and any businesses, companies or trusts. The more complex the financial affairs are of the parties the more extensive these procedures will be.
A dispute may escalate if the parties do not trust one another and in the circumstances “assume” the worst. These worst case assumptions built upon worst case assumptions make negotiations very difficult. Accordingly the philosophy and justification behind the implementation of these rules is to eliminate at an early stage as many of the uncertainties regarding financial matters as possible.
Taken from Streeterlaw Sydney Lawyers.
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Good stuff…I’m thinking about leaving the missus and kids.
Does anyone have any advice on the top things / risks I should thinking of before I pull the plug?
If property assets and $$ are involved and you cannot amically separate, the courts and solicitors will burn you both regardsless of your personal conflicts. Mine cost at least $100K in legal fees, 50% of my net worth, business and income and more importantly 2 plus years of absolute hell for me and the children – and still no trial add another $20-$30K
There are no morals or values in the legal system – just case law.
If you find yourself separated – keep a daily diary and record everything and have someone else made aware/confirm of your care nights with the child(s) – Why Child Support Agency (CSA) and centrelink will also be on your – more money.
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I was looking through your website and saw that you have some info on parental alienation. I haven’t seen my kid for years due in a large part to the bad mouthing my new wife and I copped from my ex. A book that I have just read has helped me to understand this syndrome and move forward in a lot of ways is Poison Parents by Grace Humphreys, I reckon that a lot of blokes could benefit from what she has to say.
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I am a victin of serious family violence
my ex is a violent woman, frequently loses temper and uses a big meat cleaver to chop my head
for safey reason I can not stay at my own home with my beloved kids anymore.
and I’ve been suffering Postal Traumatic Stress Disorder from the violent verbal and physical abuses.
however eager I wanna see my children, I can not now, as my ex has been poisoning the kids to hate me to death. the kids are teenagers and very violent now too, due to the hatred and anger inflicted by their mom.
hope someone can give me a hand on this, I don’t wanna my kids to be criminals at next step…
I am in Perth, not in Canberra, or I’d definitely go to the protest, to get my concerns of my kids heard
thanks
How can I help my son get access to his children? His ex has denied him visitation rights and is causing all sorts of trouble for him.
My son separated from girlfriend sometime ago but has a child now.
she wont let us visit the baby.
Help me — what can we do now
The best site I have found for this kind of information is fathers4equality.
It has a lot of information on what to do and what not to do if you are a recently separated dad. The only thing it doesn’t have is a forum, which I would have found very useful.
http://www.fathers4equality-australia.org
My partner has shared care of his kids.(week about) I have no rights as a step mum to enforce what their mother does. He has been dragged through the family court for the past 5 years and it looks like it aint gunna end anytime soon. She pretended to be a good mother while the child orders where being made, now with the finances still to be sorted she has returned back to her past bad behaviour.Her husband is in jail and she is a drug user. My partners daughter is 10 years old and roaming the streets dressed in fishnet stocking, a skirt just covering her bum and a face full of make up, knocking on strangers doors trick or treating at 8 oclock at night.(just one of many examples) I have had to teach his kids everything from manners to how to sit when wearing a skirt to it’s not ok to throw yourself at men. Yes men, she’s 10!!! All the things a mother should be teaching her daughter. Unfortunately we feel like we are fighting an uphill battle as all her mother is teaching her is how to lie, deceive, and use sex to get what you want, thats it’s ok use men etc. We are terrified she will end up pregnant by 13 and there is nothing we can do about it.She is 10 and has 15 exboyfriends. The lawyers say it’s all under the radar stuff and not enough to get full custody, How do we protect these children? what are his rights as a concerned father, I have no rights as a stepmum. All I can do is hope my influance is stronger than her mothers. She allows all this to happen because she knows how much it irritates their father. She doesnt care about the kids just how much she can pi** off their father, there must be something he can do. Surely the law cant let this type of parenting go on. There has to be something HELP!!!
I dont know where to start, but i will endeavour to walk you through my current situation.I ended a volatile relationship on the 24/9/2010 where i couldnt live with the Mother of my 15 mth old twins any longer.I was constantly accused and attacked after heated discussions and it came to a point on where occasion where she assaulted me and i had to call the police to restarin her.On another occasion i came home from work at 3am with grease in my hair and was having a shower and she again accused me of being unfaithfull.I finally ended it after considerable thought as i knew my kids would end up living apart from me which hurt.On this date mentioned the police were called with faulse allegations of me assaulting her and name calling.When they arrived they advised me should would be leaving with the kids and my 5 yr old step daughter.I said they were not taking my kids and she was free to leave the premises and had my laywer backing me up on the phone.They then said that the community workers were coming to make a decision and they stated that they wanted to kids to stay together.At this point i thought it was a legal decision and only the following Monday after i contacted them was i informed they were only there to assist my partner in leaving and had no legal involvement.Come the Wednesday of that week without any contact from anyone ..my Lawyer was contacted by legal aid Toowoomba that they were acting on my partners behalf.She had illegally taken them away without my consent and i couldnt do anything to have them returned.There was also no charges brought against me and still i couldnt get any information to their safety and conditions to where they were living.She had also made a avo application of future threat i had to defend last week without any credit to it and had it overturned and i had to wear a considerable expense doing so.Now i am hoping to get a recovery order and interim custody order and not having any luck there with the courts as i have a chance of it being heard on the 8/9 of November in Toowoomba, but they are holding out for the 30/10 in Brisbane instead ..knowing that i wont get a chance to have them returned by Xmas if they are brought back to where they once lived.
I have just been through this ugly mess and all I can say is the system before it gets to court is collusive and designed to fleece you of your lifes savings. This is the best advise you will ever receive. DO NOT USE A LAWYER UNDER AND CIRCUMSTANCES. There are two parts to the ripoff, the Kids and the Property. Laywers will not touch kids unless they see you can fund it. They do not care about the outcome and will keep fighting until you run out of money. You will have to do this yourself, and there is little justice when she breaks the orders. A court appointed counsellor has to interview the kids, and mine was a Greerist who told me men had no entitlement to see my kids. You can take the kids to pyschologists (court appointed) and you can talk to them forever, at $265 hr. It does not change a thing and a waste of money. You can blow 100k and be no closer to your kids. If they are about 12 and over, you are wasting time going to court, they are considered adults. Wait until they grow up and see you is all you can do sometimes, this has happened to me twice. She will break agreements and orders, and it is back to court again, she will not be punished. Now you can get a do it yourself kit, and read a blokes guide to divorce for advise, it is on google under divorce doctor. Have a go as you have nothing to lose and heaps to win. You have to attack this as a business dealing and remove yourself from the situation emotionally. This is important, because a lawyer (yours and hers) want you emotionally compromised, you are easier to manipulate. Go to the Family Court and see for yourself the disgusting waste of money and time in this fiasco called Divorce and Child custody. The mens groups can tell you a lot and be supportive, avoid backslappers and poor you groups. Get informed fast. Be prepared for years of seperation from your kids. Men having rights is not correct, no matter what they tell you. You will be also accused of molesting the kids, so a movie of that day with the kids in the park and witnesses is good. Get a DNA, women screw around about the 35 yrs age, so get the couple of samples on the access visit, remember to be the nice sucker to her for now. A quarter of Australia’s kids are not to the husband, shocking but true. Do not ignore this, get some peice of mind, no matter how sure you are. If you are not the dad, then you can use that test to form evidence for a court acceptable test to be ordered, then you can tell the Child Support Agency to piss off. Put eveything in writing to them as they are feminists and hate you. Do not accept phone calls from them, just ask them to put it in writing. You will never get compensation from your ex, but someday some smartass is going to sue the actual father for compensation. The second is Property, this is the lawyers honeypot. As soon as you show them the assets, that is the moment they know how long to drag it out. See the wealthy can pay up to 10 mill and poor 80k for a simalar property settlement. It depends on how much money you have. There is rarely an appeal in property, as the clients have been fleeced of their life savings, and could not afford it, and a lawyer will only go for it if there is money he can grab. There are two property valuations, real estate and personal property. Get a list of court appointed valuers (not real estate agents) and value everything you have. Generally stuff in wardrobes is not considered property. Built in items such as stoves etc are valued with the house. If you have money in banks, stocks, jewellery,superannuation etc declare it. If you have cash, hide it under the mattress. I had to value my tools of trade. If you have not broken up yet, go through the house on the quiet and photograph everthing. When you go, she will lie just about everything, if you expose her lying with photos, she loses crediblity. There are three court dates mininum, one mention and two dates, and this will cost about 30k each time if you use a lawyer, as a rule of thumb. If you can afford it, quit work, go on the dole, buy a refurbished photocopier, internet connection and a laptop, rent a place near the beach or bush, buy a kayak, fishing rod or surfboard, and prepare for a 18 month battle, a court makes it final decision on your circumstances on that day, don’t use legal aid as they will raid your assets upon the settlement. Careful of what you say to your mates, one of them may have been doing and still doing your ex. Seal the lips brother. Her lawyer will bombard you with a ton of crap and stuff that has to be answered now, this unnecessary paperwork drains the honeypot. Clever eh, so you can reply between surfing and help him make his money. You are entitled to 50% and above that is a forward payment of child support, CSA will never tell you this. That is how it works. A property settlement only occurs when the client cannot pay more. You are led up the garden path to justice and pressured to make a deal on the court day, my barrister and I had an argument, because I would not play his game and cave in by 11.00 so he could have an early day after charging me 3.5k. Ripoff merchant, and he lied to me as well. It is all a massive scam, and you can do it yourself easy. Take a few trips to the Federal Magistrates Court and see how it works, you can sit in on the court, read the books on Aust divorce, read the case law (then you will understand why the decisions are made) on the fed govt website, and get a kit. The free one from the court is not good enough for a first timer, it has the forms but lacks concise instructions, take a course from a mens group. This will save you a fortune, so when the mess is finished, you can take the kids for a walk along past the shack where you screwed the system over and grin from ear to ear. Good luck Brothers, and when you finish, harrass your politician and help more of your brothers, we have lost 10,000 men so far, support your brothers and show them how to do it.
A very informative website, especially for fathers is fathers4equality.
It gives quite good strategic and legal advise.
It is worth to print out the documents and keep as a record. It may also save you on legal fees.
http://www.f4e.com.au
I am seeking advice for us the gran parents and my son who is only 18,
He is currently caught between a rock and a hard place still being emotionally and mentally attached to his ex-girlfriend.
The mother to my gran daughter (which we will call ex) had a major break down and currently my gran daughter is under the protection of the great gran parents. Her maiden name is under his family name and our family heritage is indigenous New Zealanders.
Does it matter that we my son and I are not naturalised here?
The fact that my son lives here at home and his daughter lives in another state what are our rights also as the Biological fathers parents?
We need a lawyer who can help retrieve my gran daughter to bring her back to the state in which the father lives or is that bogus?
I meet a women 5yrs ago that was court ordered to return back to the state in which the father lived or she would be arrested.
Here in Australia we don’t think that the hard working Aussie male gets a fair deal when it comes to having the choice about their children.
As a young grandmother of 40 i am appalled at the treatment that fathers receive when it comes to the fact that they are not allowed a say in what happens to the child concerned.
I myself bought my son here to Australia for a new start but not once did i leave his biological father out of the picture i as the mother gave him choices and he refused them but my gran child is the one i am worried about as the biological gran mother lives with a person who should never be allowed anywhere near children by that hopefully you know what i mean but now the great gran parents have my gran daughter and not once has child human resource’s contacted the biological father or for that matter us as the gran parents on the fathers side; what advice do you have about a legal team to help with the retrieval of my gran daughter and how do we go about trying for custody of my gran daughter?
My husband has a brain injury but he has had an amazing recovery and still forgets things but people in the public eye do not even realize he has one so if you could also advise me on this situation as well we would greatly appreciate the input as we miss our gran daughter and wish to have her in our care for the fathers sake but we have no idea on how to go about approaching solicitors etc on how to deal with this matter.
Financially we are able to care for our gran child but we don’t know either if this is a factor the courts will consider.
If you need more input please don’t hesitate to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you
Concerned and worried
GRANDMA
I have just recently started to date a guy and his ex girlfriend with whom he has a baby with has found out and out of spite will not let him see his baby girl.
They have no written or spoken arrangement over who has what custody over the baby girl but she is refusing to let him see or speak to her.
He continues to pay child support. We have heard that he can pick her up from her day-care and his ex cannot stop him. Is this true?
In the future he plans to take her to court and fight for full custody as she has been to the doctor for depression and cannot look after the baby by herself ( The ex is constantly flying the baby to her mums to look after her )
What rights as a farther does he have to visitation if there was no written or verbal custody arrangement laid out?
If someone can point us in the right direction it will be much appreciated, this is absolutely killing him not being able to see his daughter.
Hi All
I’m looking for some advice on what to do….
My wife kicked me out 5 months ago and locked me out the house, I’ve been renting a room and have now bought a house due to the fact she filed for separation and wanted to sell the house. I’m not after advice in the area of separation or divorce, but through the whole time my children have been involved and dragged into the whole thing by my wife. I have only seen my Children for 4 hours in 5 months (they are 15 +12) and she has now changed her mobile moved and refuses to let me know anything about them and says they don’t want to see me or know me, I have text them and they say they don’t want to see me because it upsets mum. I was wondering if I had any legal rights to see them regularly. It’s starting to upset me to a point that I wonder how they feel now… surely it’s not good to remove them from me completely… I was a very hands on father for 15 years and did more than 50% of the child care and involvement with them sports, school etc … so I feel it’s probably harder for them than me… and wow is it hard… Can anyone give me some advice on the legalities of visitation with my children here in Australia.
Thanks in advance…MB
Hello.. Please see what Peter Kemp has written.. It is 110% true.. I can vouch for it.. I was a multi millionaire in Sydney.. Am now penniless.. The lawyers got the lot.. I got nothing and not bitch mother won’t let me see the kids and I have no money to do anything about it.
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fathers rights what a joke, ive see my 6 month child and i physical, verbal abuse, fraud, theft, etc, i even have video evidence, but her being a female and foreignor, im the 1 screwed over, so much 4 a childs/fathers/males right, what a joke the law and courts are!!!
Hi everyone
I have created a blog as well so i can support fathers rights in Australia. I also have a petition on there to sign so father can get 50/50 shared care. Lets get this ball rolling and help out fathers out there that are having trouble seeing there kids.
Great post and i check your site every day.
Keep up the good work everyone.
Cheers
Ryan
I have paid out my wife, she does not want anything to do with my 2 beautiful daughters, very sad, my question is how much of my super she is entitled, not fair, i must bring this kids up, a 13 and a 9 years, both girls.
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Breaking the Silence: A Practical Guide for Male Victims of Domestic Abuse – pre-launch book offer!
Did you know that men can also be victims of domestic violence by female perpetrators?
79,500 men experienced assault by a female perpetrator, 77% of these assaults were in a home (ABS Personal Safety Survey 2005)
When the distressed and embarrassed men finally sought help, 43-64% were told “we only help women here”
In Australia, there are less than 10 information sites and services specifically helping men experiencing family violence.
Where do male victims get support & practical assistance in rebuilding their lives?
To help the men in your life become better fathers, sons, partners and men, Dr. Elizabeth Celi, Psychologist & Author in men’s mental health is releasing her brand new book ‘Breaking the Silence: A Practical Guide for Male Victims of Domestic Abuse.’ Dr Celi’s 2nd ground breaking book offers step-by-step advice for men in need of the support they seldom get.
Click here to order your pre-launch copy. Offer expires Thursday 24th November 2011
In this book: ‘Breaking the Silence: A Practical Guide for Male Victims of Domestic Abuse’, Dr Celi again forges into new territory covering, among other things:
-5 things to avoid when verbally defending yourself
-How to understand her anger
-Tips for keeping the kids safe
-Empowering men – how to be your own man without apology
-Follow this link now and take advantage of this very limited, very
i HAVE read many of theses websites on divorce and a common complaint from fathers is the ex wife trying to make the separation worse by not allowing court ordered visitation to his children. im not sure of the punishment to the father but would it be possilbe as a last resort try an get the ex wife to comply . first build up your savings by doing cash jobs of any sort. second quit your job.third look for a job that pays less and make up difference do cash jobs. while looking for a new job inform the ex wife that you are more than happy to pay child support payments if she allows access to your child and if she will not agree it could be quite awhile before u do get a new job.this is quite an extreme aprouch to this siduation. also the csa won’t be to pleased with u.but this is only a short term step in trying to get your ex wife realise u are serious and also remember this problem could last until your child is 18yo maybe another 10 long years. it is sad that the courts don’t want to help .we hear of fathers denied access to their children, they have no money to survive on, and then they commit suiside because not one wan’ts to help .things have to change. conserned father to be .