Most disputes concerning children are between the parents of the children. However, anyone who is concerned about the care, welfare or development of the child may apply to the court [Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) s 69C(2)(d)].
This could include:
Grandparents may find our Having a grandchild in your care factsheet helpful.
For the court to have jurisdiction with respect to a child, the child and at least one of the parties to the application must be
The court does not have the power to make any orders in relation to a child who is outside Australia, including situations of international parental child abduction.