1.1.3: Two systems for child support

The proposed child support reforms were implemented in 2 stages by 2 separate Acts.

The first Act is now known as the Child Support Registration and Collection Act (it was formerly the Child Support Act 1988). This Act:

• established the Child Support Agency
• saw the registration, collection and enforcement of court orders and court-registered agreements for child support and spousal maintenance
• took effect from 1 June 1988.

The second Act is known as the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 [the Assessment Act]. This Act:

• implemented an administrative assessment of child support in accordance with a formula
• took effect from 1 October 1989.

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Issued 23 January 2008

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