Family Law - Alternative family relationships

Question 1

What are relationships within ATSI communities bound by?

Answer 1

They are bound by tradition enforced through their customary law

Question 2

Indigenous children are protected by which legislation?

Answer 2

Family Law Act 1961 and the Status of Children Act 1996

Question 3

What did the recognition of Aboriginal Customary Law Report focus on?

Answer 3

Marriage, children and property being state responsibility

Question 4

What has increased the number of single parent families?

Answer 4

Changes in social attitudes, number of divorces and the financial independence of women

Question 5

What has the Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988 ensured?

Answer 5

The collection and enforcement of child support

Question 6

What is a blended family?

Answer 6

A couple who have children from previous marriages or relationships

Question 7

What legal responsibilities do step parents not have to children?

Answer 7

Any matters relating to

• Financial obligations
• Disciplinary actions
• Day to day health and welfare

Question 8

Can step children lodge estate claims?

Answer 8

Yes under Succession Act 2006 step children can lodge-estate claims if they prove financial dependecy

Question 9

What is the legal definition of De facto relationships?

Answer 9

• Partners that aren’t married by law
• Aren’t related by family
• Living together as a domestic couple

Question 10

What does the Family Law Act 1975 state in regards to polyamorous marriage?

Answer 10

Any polyamorous marriages entered into overseas are nullified within Australia, as it is illegal.