Controlled Separation Contract Template for Australia

1. Children's Arrangements: Used when the couple has children - includes temporary custody, visitation, and parenting arrangements during separation

2. Pet Care Arrangements: Used when there are shared pets - details temporary care arrangements and responsibilities

3. Business Operations: Used when parties share business interests - outlines temporary management of shared business interests

4. Social Media Protocol: Used when parties want to establish clear guidelines about social media behavior during separation

5. Extended Family Contact: Used when parties want to establish guidelines for maintaining relationships with in-laws and extended family

6. Counselling Commitments: Used when parties agree to undergo counselling during separation - includes details of arrangement

7. Religious/Cultural Obligations: Used when specific religious or cultural practices need to be maintained during separation

8. International Travel: Used when parties need to address international travel arrangements, especially with children

9. Domestic Violence Orders: Used when there are existing or required protective orders to be acknowledged

1. Schedule A - Asset Register: Comprehensive list of all shared assets and their current status

2. Schedule B - Liability Register: List of all joint debts and financial obligations

3. Schedule C - Agreed Expenses: Detailed breakdown of shared expenses and payment responsibilities

4. Schedule D - Contact Schedule: Detailed timetable for any agreed contact or communication

5. Schedule E - Children's Schedule: Detailed parenting schedule and arrangements if applicable

6. Appendix 1 - Financial Statements: Current financial positions of both parties

7. Appendix 2 - Property Valuations: Professional valuations of significant shared assets

8. Appendix 3 - Legal Advice Certificates: Certificates confirming independent legal advice received by both parties