1.3.2: Objects of the Registration and Collection Act

Context

The Registration and Collection Act contains a statement of Parliament's intention in enacting that legislation.

Legislative reference

Section 3 Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988

Explanation

Objects of the Registration and Collection Act

The principal objects of the Registration and Collection Act are to ensure:

• that children receive the financial support from their parents that the parents are liable to provide, and
• that periodic amounts payable by parents towards the maintenance of their children are paid on a regular and timely basis, and
• that Australia is in a position to give effect to its obligations under international agreements or arrangements which relate to maintenance obligations arising from a family relationship, parentage or marriage.

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Issued 1 October 2002

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