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Australian Family Law — General Information

Do courts favour mothers in Australia?

Short Answer

The law does not favour mothers or fathers. The court must make decisions based on the child's best interests, with the main focus being the child's safety and wellbeing.

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The Legal Position

The Family Law Act is gender neutral. The court applies s 60CA and s 60CC and focuses on safety and the child's welfare, not the gender of the parent. Outcomes depend heavily on evidence, stability, and safety concerns.

  • s 60CA Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)
  • s 60CC Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)

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