Rules

Does child support include private school fees in Australia? Learn how fees are handled, what happens if parents disagree, and other options.

Child support in Australia normally stops when a child turns 18. But it may be extended until the end of the school year to complete Year 12.

Child support in Australia can be backdated depending on the situation. But payments can only start from the time an application is made.

Child support is a cash transfer between parents, with no obligation on how money is spent. The receiving parent can use it as they choose.

A proposed child support formula for Australia that links payments to care rather than income sharing, encouraging shared parenting.

Child support is calulcated with a formula. Each parent contributes according to income. Gain cost credits by caring for a child overnight.

Examples of child support under the current system in Australia, compared to payments under support model based on time sharing.

Problems with Australia’s child support formula are hurting our kids. Let’s fix them! The solutions are easier than you might think.

If your child support amount is unfair, you can apply for a Change of Assessment. Reason 8 covers cases with spare financial capacity.