{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66bd6d74bfd1cf03a5655644/6a66e06afa6cc1e0306adf10?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Family Violence & Evidence — New Australian Family Law Act: FVO, Coercive Control & FDR Explained","description":"<p>Season 5 opener — mediator Dianne Loveday welcomes family lawyer Paula Appelhans back to Melbourne. They explain how family violence allegations, Family Violence Orders (FVO) and coercive control affect evidence, safety planning, and whether matters should go to Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) or court. Clear comparisons of FDR vs litigation and practical steps to prepare for safety-focused mediation or court pathways.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Topics &amp; Keywords Covered</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li>New Family Law Act Amendments: How recent legislative changes redefine family violence and child safety in Australian family courts.</li><li>Coercive Control &amp; Evidence: Understanding what qualifies as admissible evidence of emotional abuse, financial abuse, and coercive control.</li><li>Mediation vs. Litigation: How family violence is handled in a collaborative Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) environment compared to court proceedings.</li><li>Safety Protocols &amp; FVOs: How shuttle mediation and safety measures allow parties to negotiate parenting plans safely when a Family Violence Order (FVO) or Intervention Order (IVO) is in place.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you found this episode helpful, please hit Follow, leave us a 5-star review, and share it with anyone currently navigating a separation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources &amp; Links</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Bayside Mediation: Learn more about safe <a href=\"https://www.baysidemediation.com.au\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) and Mediation Services</u></a>.</li><li>Paula Appelhans: Connect with <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-appelhans/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Paula Appelhans on LinkedIn</u></a>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Support Services and Resources</strong></p><p>If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence, or if this episode brought up difficult emotions, help is available. Please reach out to the following Australian support services:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732 (24/7 national domestic, family, and sexual violence counselling service)</li><li>Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention)</li><li>MensLine Australia: Call 1300 78 99 78 (24/7 telephone and online support for men)</li><li>Kids Helpline: Call 1800 55 1800 (Free 24/7 support for young people aged 5 to 25)</li><li>Relationships Australia: Call 1300 364 277 (Support groups and relationship counselling)</li></ul><p><strong>If you are in immediate danger, please call 000.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Disclaimer &amp; Note from the Hosts</strong></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice. The views, stories, and insights expressed in this episode reflect the personal professional experiences and observations of Paula Appelhans (Family Lawyer) and Dianne Loveday (Mediator) working within the Australian legal and mediation spaces. Every family law matter is unique; please consult Paula or Dianne for advice specific to your personal situation.</p>","author_name":"Dianne Loveday & Paula Appelhans"}