ACCSA continues to advocate for the introduction of an accreditation process for Children’s Contact Services to ensure the provision of safe and child focussed services.  We are pleased to see the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024, which includes the establishment of a regulatory framework for the provision of Children’s Contact Services passed today.

The Attorney‑General, the Hon Mark Dreyfus KC MP, has issued a media release.

The below information has been taken from the Australian Institute of Family Studies webpage

This report was commissioned and funded by the Australian Government Attorney-General’s Department (AGD). It examines the Family Relationships Services Program. 

The report first details the background and aims of the Review and the methodology for each component of the research. It then sets out findings from each component of the research after a summary chapter synthesising the key findings from each of these research components, with reference to each term of reference for the FRSP Review.

The information listed below has been taken from the Attorney-General's Department media release. Find out more

The Family Relationship Services Program (FRSP) supports separated and separating families to resolve issues outside of court.  The FRSP assists over 100,000 clients each year.

On 11th September 2024 the final report of the review of the Family Relationship Services Program was released.

Key recommendations include: 

• restructuring to increase flexibility in design, delivery and administration
• enhancing service delivery through increasing access to case management, child-inclusive practice, legally-assisted dispute resolution and online resources, and
• establishing a dedicated stream for separating First Nations families.

Emerging Minds has a range of information and resources available for families regarding a range of issues, including:

• anxiety
• bullying
• child development
• separation
• and more.

About Family Transitions Online Program

The information listed below has been taken directly from Triple P's website. Please follow the link if you would like further information or to register for this program.

https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/qld-en/free-parenting-courses/family-transitions-triple-p-online/

Your family is going through a big change. Understand what you can do to make the process as smooth as possible.

• Learn ways to minimise negative impacts and help your child to feel supported and secure
• Support your child to manage their emotions and develop good coping skills
• Take better care of your own emotional and social well-being
• Handle difficult moments more calmly and confidently
• Communicate well, problem-solve and reduce conflict with your former partner
• Adapt and evolve in your new family dynamic