There may be several reasons why you would like to change the name of your child including their last name. At the time of birth, your child may have your former partner’s surname which, for whatever reason, you no longer wish to retain.

When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down, the parties to the relationship are required to consider the assets and liabilities of the parties. Those liabilities often include mortgages and credit cards, however taxation liabilities of the parties must also be considered in context.