Radical Fix For Australia’s ‘Broken’ Family Court System Met With Resistance

The outside of the Supreme Court of New South Wales building is seen in Sydney on October 9, 2013 William West/AFP via Getty Images

Legal bodies and the federal opposition are vehemently opposing a “radical” move to merge the Family Court of Australia with the Federal Court.

One expert however says the merger is a step in the right direction and will provide “considerable benefits” to families navigating the system.