Family Mediation Resources

Family dispute resolution in English, Cantonese, Mandarin and Vietnamese with accredited FDR practitioners in Bayside Melbourne and online.

Mediation is a structured, confidential conversation, guided by a neutral practitioner, that helps you and the other person work out your own arrangements for parenting

Living under one roof after separation can be challenging. Learn practical ways to reduce conflict, support your child and create clearer parenting arrangements at home.

Preparing for parenting mediation? Learn what to think about before mediation, including routines, transitions, communication, decision-making and your child’s needs.

Learn what a Section 60I certificate is, when you need one, the different certificate types, and how it relates to family dispute resolution and parenting matters.

Learn how mediation works, what happens in the first meeting, how to prepare, and what happens if you do or don’t reach agreement.

Shuttle mediation is a structured option when sitting together isn’t realistic. Here’s how it works, what to expect on the day, and how to prepare — with a printable guide available by email.

Parenting arrangements can feel overwhelming at first. This guide outlines the key topics to consider before family mediation, with a printable worksheet available by email.

Learn what mediation is, how the process works, what you’ll be asked to do, and what outcomes are possible — plus a printable checklist you can download.