The Court helps families work out problems they may have when families have separated. This is not a criminal court. It’s a civil court, set up to help families and to keep children safe. The Court is sometimes called the Family Court.
When you and your ex-partner or other family members can’t agree on things like who the children will live with, how much time the children will spend with each parent, or other family members, you can ask the Court to help you. The Court can also help you work out financial or property matters after separation.
Use this section of our website to find out about services available to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Indigenous Family Liaison Officer regions and Court locations
The Courts registries are located in major centres. The Courts also circuit to rural and regional areas across Australia.
Indigenous Family Liaison Officers (IFLOs) are based in many locations and service broad areas as outlined in this map.
