When you have taken your child
Parents may take their child away for a whole range of reasons. Child abduction usually occurs under the most emotional and stressful circumstances.
Ultimately, the most important thing is the welfare of the child. In this regard, the Department strongly recommends that the child be returned to their country of habitual residence.
Once the child has been returned you may need assistance to resolve parenting issues. You may wish to contact your nearest Family Relationship Centre to see what sort of services they can offer you.