The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia have a useful website for grandparents and kinship carers with advice and contacts for those taking care of, or wishing to take care of, children.
The Family Law Act 1975 recognises that, as long as it is in their best interests, a child has the right to spend time and communicate with their parents, and other people important to them, such as grandparents, relatives and members of extended families (see section 60B(2)(b)).
Sometimes, grandparents take on a more permanent caring role for their grandchildren.
There are some valuable resources available to assist with defining your role as a grandparent carer.
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