Final report from the Independent Panel examining the 2014 family justice reforms
In 2014, major changes were made to the family justice system. The reforms aimed to help people resolve parenting disputes without having to go to court. However, we now know that these changes aren’t working for some people.
An Independent Panel appointed by the Minister of Justice examined the changes and considered how they’ve impacted separating families and their children.
The panel’s final report outlines their findings and recommendations.
The next steps are for officials to look at what changes need to be made and provide advice to the Minister by the end of the year.