Queensland is now reported to be following through on the final stage of referral of powers which will allow the de facto law reforms to take effect in Queensland.
The ABC reports that Queensland Attorney-General Kerry Shine has introduced the changes in the House.
The de facto law reforms will allow de facto couples, including same sex couples to access property settlement rights in the Family Court.
In this video, world-renowned fertility and family lawyer Stephen Page walks you through the complicated legal maze of importing and exporting reproductive materials across Australia’s states and territories.
Surrogacy remains a complex and evolving area of law in Australia, with strict regulations governing both domestic and international arrangements. While many intended parents seek surrogacy overseas, legal restrictions—such as prohibitions on commercial surrogacy and criminal penalties in some states—make it essential to understand the risks and legal implications.
At the 10th Annual Melbourne Family Law Conference, hosted by The Education Network on 6 March 2025, leading family law expert Stephen Page presented a comprehensive paper on this pressing issue.
