Recent Guardianship and Administration Amendments in QLD
Amendments have been made to Queensland’s guardianship and administration framework to enhance safeguards, improve efficiency and provide a focus on contemporary practice and human rights.
Case Note: Consent to Treatment and the Best Interests of the Child
In this case the Victorian Supreme Court, exercising its welfare jurisdiction, authorised the administration of blood to a child despite the objection of the child and her mother.
Medical Treatment Planning and Decisions Act 2016 (Vic)
The Medical Treatment Planning and Decisions Act 2016 (Vic) will commence on 12 March 2018. The Act will amend the laws in Victoria regarding medical treatment decision making, including advance care directives.
Case Note: Young People and the Capacity to Transition
The Full Court of the Family Court has cleared the way for trans and gender diverse young people to access gender affirming hormone therapy without having to attend Court in uncontroversial cases where all agree that treatment should be commenced.
