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==Introduction==
Separation is a turning point in a relationship in more ways than one. Apart from the obvious change in the to what was once a romantic relationship, there are separation also triggers a number of important legal consequences.
*Guardians must have separated before they can ask for an order about parenting children under section 45 of the ''[[Family Law Act]]''. An agreement between guardians about parenting children is only binding if the agreement is made after they have separated, under section 44 of the act.