If there are circumstances of family violence or child abuse and you apply for parenting orders in a family court, you must also complete a Notice of Risk. (familyrelationships.gov.au)
In deciding whether to make a particular parenting order in relation to a child, a court must regard the best interests of the child as the paramount consideration. (legislation.gov.au)
When making parenting orders, the court will consider the best interests of the child. (familyrelationships.gov.au)