⚖️ Separated Parents Calculators
Child support estimates, care percentage, shared expenses, property settlement, and co-parenting tools for Australian separated parents. Based on real Services Australia formulas.
📋 Official Government Resources
These calculators provide estimates only. For official assessments, contact:
Free call: Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321
Child Support Estimator
Estimate child support payments using the real Services Australia formula for 2025-26. Uses the cost-of-children table, self-support amount ($28,463), and official care percentage bands.
Care Percentage Calculator
Convert nights per fortnight into the official Services Australia care percentage and band. See how your care arrangement affects child support and Family Tax Benefit.
Shared Expenses Splitter
Split shared child-related expenses fairly between separated parents based on income. Cover school fees, medical costs, activities, childcare, and more.
Property Settlement Estimator
Estimate how assets and debts might be divided after separation. Calculate the total asset pool and see an indicative split range based on Australian family law.
Separation Cost Planner
Calculate the realistic upfront costs of separating — rental bond, furniture, legal fees, mediation, moving costs, and setting up a new household.
Two-Household Budget Calculator
Compare your current combined household costs with the projected cost of running two separate homes after separation. See the real budget gap.
Co-Parenting Schedule Calculator
Compare common parenting arrangements and see the care percentage, number of changeovers, and longest time away from each parent for each schedule.
Child Support Change Calculator
See how changes in income, care percentage, or number of children would affect your child support assessment. Compare your current and proposed scenarios.
📖 Articles & Guides
How Child Support Is Calculated in Australia: The 8-Step Formula Explained
Child support in Australia isn't a guessing game — Services Australia uses a precise 8-step formula. Here's exactly how it works, with real numbers.
8 min read · Read more →Care Percentage in Australia: How Nights With Your Kids Affect Child Support
The number of nights your children spend with each parent directly determines your child support — here's how the care percentage system works.
7 min read · Read more →Property Settlement After Separation in Australia: What You Need to Know
Dividing assets after separation follows a structured 4-step process in the Family Court. Here's how it works and what you can expect.
8 min read · Read more →How Much Does Separation Cost in Australia? A Realistic Breakdown
From legal fees to a new fridge, the costs of separation add up fast. Here's a realistic breakdown of what Australian families actually spend.
7 min read · Read more →Co-Parenting Schedules That Actually Work: 8 Arrangements Explained
From week-on/week-off to the 5-2-2-5 rotation, here are the most common co-parenting schedules in Australia — with pros, cons, and age-specific advice.
9 min read · Read more →Managing Two Households After Separation: A Budget Survival Guide
When one household becomes two, your costs jump 30-50% overnight. Here's how to budget, cut waste, and stabilise your finances after separation.
8 min read · Read more →How to Change Your Child Support Assessment in Australia
Income changed? Care arrangements shifted? Here's exactly how to apply for a change to your child support assessment — and the 8 special circumstances that qualify.
7 min read · Read more →Free Resources for Separating Parents in Australia: Everything You Need to Know
From free legal advice to subsidised counselling, here's a comprehensive guide to every free government and community service available to separating parents in Australia.
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