Consider the current and future needs of each of the parties

After identifying and valuing the property between the parties and considering the contribution of each party towards that property and towards the welfare of the family, the Court would then consider the current and future needs of each of the parties and whether an adjustment should be made in favour of a party to take into account greater future needs [see s 79(5) for married relationships and s 90SM(5) for de facto relationships].

It would look at matters such as:

From 10 June 2025, the Court must also, where relevant, consider the effect of:

on the current and future circumstances of the other partner [s 79(5) and s 90SM(5)].

This can be a complex area of law and legal advice should be sought.