Federal Magistrate Dr Tom Altoblli entertained more than 70 guests at the Sydney launch of '"Mediating with Families" on Monday last with some historical research and some insights into the future for family dispute resolution. Author Linda Fisher provided further insights into her comprehensive new text. The gathering included Sir Laurence Street and Micheline Dewdney, Judge Solomon of the District Court, Frank Astil from the University of Sydney, Marilyn Scott from UTS, Dr Susan Armstong from UWS and many other notable friends of ADRA. We were especially pleased to welcome Simone Brandon and Nick McHugh representing the co-author Mieke Brandon, and members of Linda's family. It was a great way to commence ADRA's year.