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Politics
Andrew Brown and Dominic Giannini

Changes to family law system on the cards

Australia's family law system is set to be simplified as part of a wide-ranging overhaul.

The federal government released draft legislation of the family law changes on Monday, which will aim to address large court delays and access to support services.

Under the proposed changes, custody arrangements will be determined by six "best-interest factors" for the child, including child safety, a child's development needs as well as the preferences of the child.

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