1. Family violence has been added to theFamily Law Actas a factor for consideration in determining the best interests of the child. Discuss whether other factors should be given greater significance, such as drug and alcohol use by either party, and their sexual history or mental health.
2. Suppose Margret, who is separated from Gary, does not want Gary to see the children.They have not yet divorced, and there is no court order in respect of custody. Margret decides to move with the children back to England without telling Gary. What rights does Gary have?