Overview
This Australian law provides detailed procedures for the registration and collection of maintenance liabilities related to child support. Administered by the Department of Social Services, the Act ensures mechanisms for calculation, enforcement, and collection of child support payments. Key features include provisions for employer withholding, penalties for late payment, and use of computer programs for administrative decision-making. The law also covers international enforcement of child support obligations and allows for review and objection processes via the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or courts for affected parties.