Can a Family Court
parenting order be
changed?

Yes, anyone affected by a parenting order, has the right to ask the Family Court to change (vary) or cancel (discharge) it. However the person wanting to change the parenting order must provide the Family Court with reasons for seeking the change. Reasons that support the welfare and best interest of the children effected by the parenting order.*

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*See: How does the Family Court make decisions

Care of Children Act 2004

Contact Family Lawyer

Antoinette Vujnovich, family lawyer, is available by appointment at the following locations:

Waihi, Bay of Plenty

Waihi Community Resource Centre
4 Mueller St, Waihi
p: (07) 929 7982
m: 021 210 0930

Katikati, Bay of Plenty

15 Talisman Drive, Katikati
p: (07) 929 7982
m: 021 210 0930

Manukau City, Auckland