Olive Mediation

Founded by Central Coast locals Mel Cossar and Kristal Naividi, Olive Mediation brings extensive professional and practical experience in conflict resolution.

As Nationally Accredited Mediators, Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs), and experienced lawyers, Mel and Kristal offer a wealth of expertise in resolving conflict outside the courtroom. We understand first-hand the advantages of mediation as a practical, empowering alternative to litigation, particularly for separating couples and co-parents seeking lasting, child-focused solutions for their families.

At Olive Mediation, we’re committed to delivering high-quality, fixed-fee mediation services that are both accessible and effective.

We offer legally assisted and non-legally assisted mediations across a range of areas, including:

  • Parenting and Family Dispute Resolution (FDR)

  • Property Settlements

  • Estate Disputes

  • Workplace Conflicts

  • General Civil Disputes

With minimal wait times, transparent pricing, and a compassionate, solution-focused approach, discover why Olive Mediation is the preferred choice for a faster, more cost-effective path to resolution.

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Parenting Mediation (FDR)

At Olive Mediation we can assist you and your co-parent reach a child focussed, practical and cost effective parenting arrangements through the process of Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) and the drafting of comprehensive parenting plans.

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Property Mediation

At Olive Mediation we guide and empower separating couples to settle property disputes amicably and pragmatically, aiming for cost-effective, timely solutions outside of court.

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Legally Assisted Mediation

Olive Mediation can assist in resolving legal disputes through legally assisted mediation, supporting clients emotionally and helping lawyers focus on the legal aspects.

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Other Disputes

Olive Mediation offers assistance in various disputes such as estates, family provisions, workplace, and neighbour conflicts with NMAS accredited mediators providing tailored solutions.

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Initial communication with our mediators at Olive Mediation is done through a structured process known as “Intake”.

Here is what you need to know about our Intake and process. The process is slightly different depending on the type of mediation you need. If you have any questions or are not sure, simply send us an email to info@olivemediation.com.au and we will be happy to assist.

Parenting Mediations (FDR): Where you both agree to attend mediation with Olive Mediation

  • Each of you should book in your Intake and Assessment on a date any time suitable to you by clicking the button below.

  • This intake is confidential and is held between yourself and the mediator.

  • You will automatically be assigned the mediator available on your selected date.

  • The cost of Intake and Assessment is $330 per party. This is paid at the time of booking.

  • Once the Intake and Assessment has been held with both parties, your mediator will confirm if mediation is suitable or not.

  • If assessed as suitable: Mediation will be scheduled for either a half or full day.

  • If assessed as not suitable: Your mediator is accredited to issue a section 60I certificate which is valid for 12 months.

Parenting Mediations (FDR): Where there is not yet an agreement to attend mediation

We understand that is sometimes not possible for parties to agree on attending mediation in parenting matters. For this reason, we do offer an optional invitation service ($330) which can be discussed in your Intake and Assessment.

  • Book in an intake on a date and time suitable to you by clicking the button below.

  • This intake is confidential and is held between yourself and the mediator.

  • You will automatically be assigned the mediator available on your scheduled intake.

  • The cost of Intake and Assessment is $330 per party. This is paid at the time of booking.

  • Once the Intake and Assessment has been held with both parties (or the mediator has confirmation that mediation has been refused) your mediator will confirm:

  • If assessed as suitable: Mediation will be scheduled for either a half or full day.

  • If assessed as not suitable: Your mediator is accredited to issue a section 60I certificate which is valid for 12 months.

    Note: Optional invitation service ($330). This fee will only be charged where the mediation invitation is made by Olive Mediation and refused and a section 60I certificate is ultimately required to be issued due to a refusal by the other party to attend. If the other party is invited and participates in their mediation, this fee will not be applicable and the $330 will be applied to your remaining mediation fees.

Property & Other Mediations:

  • Mediation is voluntary and both parties are required to agree to attend and participate.

  • In property only mediations or other disputes (this means there is no parenting element) we do strongly encourage you to first speak with the other party before booking your intake.

  • This way you can confirm that they are agreeable and are aware of the costs.

  • Otherwise we cannot guarantee that the other party will agreed to attend mediation or respond to our invitations.

Things to Note:

  • If you have a mediator preference, please email us first so we can assist in accommodating that request as our mediators availability can change quickly.

  • Payment is required at the time of booking.